Question 1

Does a charity need to register to solicit donations in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Virginia generally requires charitable organizations to register with the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services — Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs (OCRP) before soliciting contributions in the state, unless an exemption applies. The requirement reaches out-of-state charities soliciting Virginia residents.

Question 2

How much does charitable registration cost in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

The initial registration fee is $100, and renewal is $30–$325, tiered on contributions. Fees are stated as the state sets them; where a fee varies with contributions, the tiers are cited on this page.

Question 3

When is the Virginia charitable registration renewal due?

Accepted Answer

15th day of the 5th month after fiscal year end. The date is computed from the organization's own fiscal year end under the rule this page cites, so it differs between charities.

Question 4

Are any charities exempt from registering in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Virginia recognizes exemptions, and this page lists each one we check for with its statutory citation. The state, not a third party, decides whether an exemption applies.

Registration	Required
Agency	Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services — Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs (OCRP)
Initial fee	$100
Renewal fee	$30–$325, tiered on contributions
Renewal / report due	15th day of the 5th month after fiscal year end
Filing channel	Paper / mail

Virginia charitable solicitation registration: requirements, fees, and deadlines

Who must register

Exemptions we check for

Is your charity registered in Virginia? Check free.

Citations