VA
Virginia FS Exam Requirements
Everything you need to know about taking the Fundamentals of Surveying exam in Virginia.
Quick Facts
Licensing Board
Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects
License Title
Licensed Land Surveyor (LLS)
NCEES Exam Fee
$225 NCEES exam fee + state application fee
Board Phone
(804) 367-8500
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in surveying or related field from an ABET-accredited program; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience Requirements
Eligibility to sit for the FS exam varies — some states require board approval before registering with NCEES. Check with your state board.
Virginia Also Requires: Virginia State-Specific Exam
Virginia requires a state-specific exam covering Virginia surveying laws (Code of Virginia Title 54.1, Chapter 4) and minimum standards of practice.
How to Apply
- 1Check the Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects website for current eligibility requirements and application forms.
- 2Create a MyNCEES account at ncees.org.
- 3Submit your application to your state board (most states require board approval before NCEES registration).
- 4Once approved, register and pay through your MyNCEES account ($225 exam fee).
- 5Schedule your exam at a Pearson VUE test center.
Reciprocity / Comity
Accepts comity with NCEES record and equivalent qualifications
Continuing Education
16 PDH per biennial renewal
Neighboring States
Requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with the Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects before applying. Last reviewed April 2026.