NP Advanced Practice

Virginia Nurse Practitioner License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Nurse Practitioner in Virginia

Processing Time

4-8 weeks

Initial Cost

$190

Renewal Period

2 years

Practice Authority

reduced

Official source: licensing in Virginia is administered by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This guide summarizes the board's requirements — always confirm details there before applying. Already licensed? Look up a nursing license in Virginia.

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Reduced Practice

Reduced practice authority with some limitations

Prescriptive Authority: NPs: Practice agreement until 3 yrs/5,400 hrs; CRNAs: Schedule II-VI for periprocedural only; CNMs: Practice agreement until 1,000 hrs

1 Education Requirements

Degree Required

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Program Requirements

Complete accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Hold active RN license in the state
Clinical hours as specified by program

2 National Certification

Certification Body

ANCC or AANPCB

Required

Yes

American Nurses Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board

3 Background Check

Fingerprint-based criminal background check

FBI and state background check required

4 Fees

Initial Licensure

Application Fee	$125
Total	$190

APRNs jointly regulated by Board of Nursing AND Board of Medicine

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years)

$80

Prerequisites

To become a Nurse Practitioner in Virginia, you must first hold an active RN license. Virginia is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you may hold a multistate RN license.

RN Requirements View Virginia RN Requirements

Virginia NP License FAQs

How much does an NP license cost in Virginia?

Expect about $190 in total initial NP license costs in Virginia, including a $125 application fee. Fees can change, so confirm current amounts with the Virginia Board of Nursing.

Does Virginia require continuing education for NP renewal?

No. Virginia does not require continuing education hours to renew an NP license. The renewal fee is $80.

How long does it take to get an NP license in Virginia?

Most complete applications are processed in about 4 to 8 weeks, though background checks and application volume can extend the timeline.

Who issues NP licenses in Virginia?

The Virginia Board of Nursing handles NP license applications, renewals, and verifications. You can reach the board at 804-367-4515.