DPOR cosmetology renewal: Virginia 2026

Virginia does not require continuing education for cosmetology, esthetician, or nail technician renewal. Licenses renew every 2 years by application and fee only. No CE hours or courses needed. Set a free reminder below so you never miss your deadline.

CE hours
0
no CE required
Cycle
2
years per cycle
Online CE
N/A
no CE required
Renewal
$105
renewal fee
Bar chart showing Virginia requires zero CE hours for cosmetology renewal, with comparison to the five highest-CE states.
CE requirements at a glance, sourced from the state board's published statute.
Recent rule change: A third-party blog (centuracollege.edu) claims 16 CE hours required starting July 1, 2024, but this claim is not supported by the regulatory text of 18VAC41-70 as of the Jan 27, 2025 update or the Dec 1, 2025 amendment. Manual verification against the current Virginia Administrative Code is recommended.

Does Virginia require CE for cosmetology renewal?

Virginia does not require continuing education for license renewal. You renew every 2 years by paying the fee and submitting any required documentation. Add your renewal date below and we'll email you 90, 60, and 30 days before your deadline.

Fees

  • Renewal: $105

Other states with no CE requirement: Arizona, California, Massachusetts. Compare all 53 states.

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Frequently asked questions about Virginia cosmetology renewal

Does Virginia require CE for cosmetology or esthetician renewal?

Virginia does not require continuing education for cosmetology, esthetician, or nail technician license renewal. You renew every 2 years by application and fee only. No CE hours or courses are required.

Can I complete Virginia cosmetology CE online?

Virginia has no CE requirement, so there are no online CE hours to complete. Renewal is by application and fee only.

How often does a Virginia cosmetology license need to be renewed?

Virginia cosmetology and esthetician licenses renew every 2 years. No CE is required; renewal is by application and fee.

What happens if my Virginia cosmetology license lapses?

If you miss your Virginia renewal deadline, your license enters expired or inactive status. You may face late fees, a reinstatement application, and in some cases additional CE hours or re-examination. Set a free reminder on CEFinder so your deadline is never a surprise.