How to get a Virginia real estate license
Virginia real estate salesperson exam requirements: hours, vendor, national vs state portions, and how to prepare for the licensing exam — from the official commission.
- Salesperson hours
- 60
- Broker requirement
- 180 class/clock hours (Real Estate Brokerage course plus 3 Broker-Specific courses, or 2 Broker-Specific + 1 Broker-Related) plus active salesperson experience 36 of the preceding 48 months
- Exam vendor
- PSI
- Exam structure
- 80 national questions + 40 state questions, scored separately
- Passing
- 70% national portion, 75% state portion
Preparing for the Virginia exam
PrepTempo's Salesperson and Broker courses cover the national portion — property, contracts, financing, agency, and practice — which is the same in Virginia and the larger share of the exam. Study your Virginia state-law portion from the commission on top of the core.
Virginia real estate license FAQ
How many hours are required for a Virginia real estate license?
60
What does the Virginia real estate salesperson exam cover?
80 national questions + 40 state questions, scored separately
How do I become a realtor in Virginia?
Complete required pre-license education (60), pass the licensing exam (PSI; 80 national questions + 40 state questions, scored separately), meet any broker affiliation rules, and apply through the Virginia real estate commission. PrepTempo covers the national exam portion with free sample questions and free Chapter 1.
Official sources
Educational information only, researched July 2026 — not legal or licensing advice. Requirements change; confirm with the Virginia real-estate commission. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state commission or exam vendor.