Virginia Contractor General Practice Test

When must a contractor apply for reinstatement rather than renewal?

1. If the application is submitted within 15 days

2. If the application is submitted within 30 days of expiration

3. If the application is submitted after 30 days of expiration

4. If the application is submitted after 60 days of expiration

The correct answer is: If the application is submitted after 30 days of expiration

A contractor must apply for reinstatement rather than renewal if the application is submitted after 30 days of expiration. This is because once a contractor's license has been expired for more than 30 days, it is no longer in good standing, and the state requires a more formal process of reinstatement to ensure compliance with licensing laws and regulations. This typically involves a review of the contractor's eligibility, which may include demonstrating competency and ensuring that all obligations related to the license have been met. If the application is submitted within 15 days or 30 days of expiration, the contractor can generally renew the license without needing to go through the reinstatement process, as these time frames allow for a simpler renewal option. Additionally, an application submitted after 60 days of expiration would also require reinstatement due to the extended lapse, but the most definitive cut-off where reinstatement becomes mandatory occurs after the initial 30 days.