Psychology · VA
Can a Licensed Psychologist transfer a license to Virginia as a military spouse?
Data as of May 2026|Source: Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) commission + DOJ Servicemembers Initiative
Published by the Honest MOS Editorial DeskVerified against DoD/.gov sourcesUpdated May 2026Editorial standards
✓ Yes — compact transfer
Yes. Virginia is a member of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), so a Licensed Psychologist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in VA without re-applying. PSYPACT is robust for psychologist spouses — covers both telehealth and temp in-person across nearly 40 states.
Your psychology licensing board in Virginia
Virginia Board of Psychology (Department of Health Professions)
www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Psychology ↗Virginia military-spouse provision
Under Va. Code 54.1-119, Department of Health Professions boards including the Board of Psychology expedite licensure when the applicant spouse is on active-duty orders and must issue a temporary license valid up to 12 months if review is not completed within 20 days.
Official source ↗About the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT)
For licensed psychologists. Allows telepsychology and temporary in-person practice across member jurisdictions.
Official compact site ↗All Psychology member states
39 jurisdictions. Tap any to check that destination for this profession.