How to get a general contractor license in Virginia
Virginia general contractor licensing covers hours, prerequisites, exam path, fees, and renewal. Confirm current rules on the board source before you apply.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- Board for Contractors 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400 Richmond, VA 23233-1485 https://dpor.virginia.gov ### BOARD FOR CONTRACTORS CONTRACTOR LICENSING INFORMATION AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Contractor licenses are issued to business entities, not individuals.
- Before completing the application, please review the Board for Contractors Regulations.
- This booklet includes the current statutes or laws (Title 54.1, Chapter 11 of the Code of Virginia) and the regulations of the Board for Contractors.
- Board page: Board for Contractors License Application
Requirements overview
- Virginia sets experience, education, and exam rules for general contractor applicants
- Documented OJT or apprenticeship hours are common for journeyman / technician paths
- Master and contractor tracks usually add experience, exams, and firm paperwork
- Confirm current hour totals, affidavits, and fees on the state board before you apply
Exam
- See the Virginia contractor exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
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Renewals
- Most credentials renew on a fixed cycle with mandatory CE or training
- Roster watch → intake → assemble → sign → submit
Related: Exam · Renewal and CE
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