Virginia insurance licensing
Virginia Insurance License Requirements and Exam Steps (2026)
Virginia insurance licensing uses Prometric exams and the State Corporation Commission application path. Candidates should use the current exam bulletin and SCC application instructions before scheduling or applying.
Virginia at a glance
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Current SCC public workflow emphasizes exam scheduling, exam content outlines, and license application steps rather than a fixed major-line prelicensing-hour gate. Confirm the current bulletin before testing.
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Virginia uses Prometric for insurance licensing exams.
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The Virginia candidate bulletin describes insurance exams as multiple-choice and provides content outlines.
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Applicants use the SCC Bureau of Insurance individual license application process after meeting exam requirements.
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SCC publishes a dedicated page for service members, veterans, and family members.
Step-by-step checklist
- Choose the Virginia license line and read the Prometric candidate bulletin.
- Study the state exam outline and schedule the required exam.
- Pass the required Virginia insurance exam.
- Submit the SCC individual license application with the correct license type.
- Use the SCC military resource if you qualify for service-member handling.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using an old prelicensing checklist instead of the current SCC/Prometric bulletin.
- Applying for the wrong license type after passing a specific line exam.
- Skipping the SCC military page when it may apply to your household or status.
Course planning
Use this Virginia licensing guide to build an exam-prep and application checklist around the current SCC and Prometric instructions. Find TSI National insurance courses and exam-prep options.
Official sources used
- Virginia SCC insurance licensing information bulletin
- Virginia SCC individual license application resources
- Virginia SCC military service members and families
This guide is a practical summary, not legal advice. State insurance departments can change forms, fees, vendors, and rules. Always confirm the current requirement with the department or testing vendor before you apply, renew, or schedule an exam.