Getting a License

To obtain a real estate salesperson license you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• If licensed in another state, be in good standing in any state where licensed.
• Have a good reputation for honesty, truthfulness, and fair dealing and be competent to transact real estate business in such a manner as to safeguard the public interest.
• Not have been found guilty of violating the fair housing laws of any jurisdiction.
• Meet the current educational requirements**(listed below) by achieving a passing grade in all required courses before sitting for the licensing exam.
• Pass a written license examination approved by the Virginia Real Estate Board.
• Not have had a real estate license revoked or suspended in any state.
• Not have been convicted anywhere for a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, sexual offense, drug distribution, physical injury, or any felony.

**Current Virginia Education Pre-License Requirements

The Virginia Real Estate Board currently requires anyone wishing to obtain a real estate license to complete, with a passing grade, a State-approved, 60-hour course called "The Principles of Real Estate." This course is to cover the principles and practices of real estate as well as Virginia real estate law.

Principals In Real Estate Course