Virginia electrical license renewal
Virginia electrician license renewal and CE: cycle length, hour requirements, and late rules vary by board. Confirm current rules on the board source before you renew.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- # Virginia Law All Code of Virginia Administrative Code Constitution Charters Authorities Compacts Uncodified Acts ## Administrative Code Creating a Report: Check the sections you'd like to appear in the report, then use the "Create Report" button at the bottom of the page …
- Once the report is generated you'll then have the option to download it as a pdf, print or email the report.
- Board page: 18VAC50-30-120. Renewal.
Cycle
- Virginia sets the renewal period (annual, biennial, or longer) for electrical credentials
- Deadlines are usually tied to an individual expiration date, birth month, or a fixed calendar date
- Confirm your exact date on the board portal or public roster
CE hours
- Most renewals require board-approved continuing education or refresher training
- Hour totals and topic mix (code, law, safety, business) are class-specific
- Use only approved providers — unapproved hours often do not count
Late and lapse
- Late fees escalate quickly; some boards force retest or reinstatement after a hard cutoff
- Firm / contractor renewals may also need insurance or bond evidence
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