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Child Labor: Virginia

Child Labor requirements for other states

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Author: Brightmine Editorial Team

Summary

  • Virginia prohibits minors from working in certain occupations. See Prohibited Occupations,
  • Virginia restricts the hours during which minors may work. See Hours of Work.
  • Virginia requires employers to provide a meal break to minors who work for more than five continuous hours. See Break Periods.
  • An employer must obtain an employment certificate before employing 14- or 15-year-olds. See Employment Certificates / Work Permits.