Virginia
Real Estate Salesperson CE & renewal requirements in Virginia (2026)
16 CE hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Virginia Real Estate Board (DPOR).
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial license term
Continuing education
16 CE hours per renewal
16 hrs total; 11 mandatory hrs (2 Fair Housing, 3 Ethics/Standards of Conduct, 2 Agency, 2 Contracts, 2 Legal Updates) plus 5 elective hrs. New salespersons complete 30 hrs post-license education in the first term instead.
- Fair Housing Laws
- Ethics and Standards of Conduct
- Real Estate Agency
- Real Estate Contracts
- Legal Updates and Emerging Trends
Source: Virginia Real Estate Board (DPOR) · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Virginia Real Estate Board (DPOR)
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- How often do real estate agents renew their license in Virginia?
- Biennial license term
- How many CE hours do I need in Virginia?
- 16 CE hours per renewal. 16 hrs total; 11 mandatory hrs (2 Fair Housing, 3 Ethics/Standards of Conduct, 2 Agency, 2 Contracts, 2 Legal Updates) plus 5 elective hrs. New salespersons complete 30 hrs post-license education in the first term instead.
- Where do I renew my Real Estate Salesperson license in Virginia?
- Through Virginia Real Estate Board (DPOR). We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.