A licensee in another state or jurisdiction may apply for an initial Virginia license under the substantially equivalent licensure requirements. Reciprocal Application.General Instructions: If you are a CPA and were not certified in Texas, then you may apply for reciprocity in Texas. To apply, candidates will create an online account first, submit an application and send official transcripts. Use Online Services on the Board's website to ensure your email and mailing addresses are up-to-date and you receive important Board notifications. Below you will find the contact information, as well as a listing of statutes, for the State Board of Accountancy in each of the 55 jurisdictions. Texas candidates must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 21 hours of upper-level accounting and 24 hours of upper-level business courses. Form you must complete (Download from our website):. Accountancy Application Part 1 - State Form 49209 - 1 page (Attached). The mission of the Virginia State Bar is (1) to protect the public, (2) to regulate the legal profession of Virginia, (3) to advance access to legal services.