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Virginia Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline

When optometrist (doctor of optometry) licenses come due in Virginia, sourced from the official board.

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March 31Verify with board

Every 1 year

Board wording: License renewal deadline is March 31 annually under 18VAC105-20-60.

How this deadline works

Deadline type
Fixed calendar date
Renewal cycle
Every 1 year
Grace period
None for practice: after March 31 an unrenewed license is lapsed and the licensee may not practice. The license may be renewed for up to one year after expiration with the renewal plus late fee.
Reporting
attest to CE completion on renewal; submit documentation if audited

Official source: Virginia Board of Optometry - Continuing Education (18VAC105-20-70)

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