Travel & Relocation FAQ's
Business Information

*Can you help me start a business?
The Virginia Department of Business Assistance (DBA) is an invaluable resource when beginning or expanding your business. Link to Website

*I have a complaint about a VA Business…what do I do?
Please contact the Better Business Bureau in your area in order to place your complaint. Link to Website

*What are the top VA businesses?
VA Business Magazine is a partner of the VA Chamber to deliver information to the business public. Their website has many different lists, including top 100 businesses in VA. Link to Website or call 804.649.6137

*What are the foreign businesses that trade with Virginia?
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership and the Virginia Department of Business Assistance. Any of these organizations would have information on world trade. Their contact information is as follows:
VA Economic Development
804.371.8100
VA Dept. of Business Assistance
804.371.8200

Contact Information (How To)

*May I have… (VA Beach, Williamsburg, Chincoteague, DC) information?

VA Beach information
1.800.VA-Beach (822.3224)

Williamsburg
1.800.HISTORY (447.8679)

Chincoteague (“Pony Swim”)
757.336.6161

DC Tourism
202.789.7000

*I need a local chamber number.
Please use our website as a resource to find local chamber listings.


*How can I get in touch with the state police?
State Police: 804.674.2000

*How can I get in touch with the Department of Motor Vehicles?
DMV contact information:
Link to Website or call 1.866.368.5463

Virginia Products

*Where can I get/buy VA products?
Virginia Department of Agriculture has a food and beverage directory for the state. It has many listings for the wholesale, retail, and foodservice industry. 804.786.3951

*Do you have free VA souvenirs?
We do not give away free VA souvenirs. Please contact either the local Convention Center for your area, or VA Tourism Corporation-which will
have the “Virginia is for Lovers” logo items.
Link to Website

*Can I have a VA state flag?
To purchase a VA state flag, call the commonwealth of Virginia Dept. of General Services at 804-692-0747.

License/Taxes

*Where do I obtain a marriage license?
Contact the marriage information line for this type of information. 804.646.6767

*Where can I get a hunting/fishing license?
Contact Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries authorize hunting and fishing licenses. Link to Website or call
1.800.986.2628

*Who do I call about taxes?
Virginia Taxation
804.367.8031


Publications

*What’s the largest newspaper?
Virginia has several large newspapers. We have a listing of these newspapers at our front desk. Please call 804.644.1607 and we will fax that list to you.

Relocation Information

*I need relocation information
The Virginia Chamber provides a free Moving to Virginia Guide on our website.

Capital Relocation is a member of ours, and sends out a free guide for the Richmond area. Their contact information is as follows:1.800.342.6683
The VA Travel Guide is another good source. 1.800.VISIT.VA
Please contact your local chamber for additional information.


Student Information

*Can you please send me information for a school project?
The Virginia Chamber provides a Student Packet on our website.

Travel & Tourism

*I want to visit Virginia; can you help me plan my trip?
For a free VA travel guide, please contact VA Tourism Corporation. 1.800.932.5827

*Where are your campgrounds?
Virginia Campground Association 804.288.3065

State Parks 804.786.1712

*Is there a Richmond “events” hotline?
For local events, the local chamber is always a valid resource. But in Richmond’s case, City Celebrations is a nonprofit organization that is “dedicated to energizing downtown and uniting Richmond through
festivals and events.” Contact them through their website or call 804.788.6466

*Do you have Kings Dominion or Busch Gardens discount tickets?
We do not have discount tickets for these attractions. Please contact the Virginia Tourism Corporation at (800) VISIT VA - (800-847-4882)
Email: VAinfo@helloinc.com

*Can I have a VA map?
Virginia Department of Transportation can supply you with a current VA State map: 804.786.2801

*Do you have hotel/motel information?
Call Virginia Hospitality and Travel for hotel/motel info: 804.288.3065

*Who can give me a tour of the state capitol?
Please contact the Capital Hotline for information: 804.899.0229

*Do you have NASCAR or Richmond International Speedway information?
Richmond International Raceway will help set up travel packages
For ticket buyers: 804.345.7223

*What airports are in Virginia?
The main airports in the area are as follows:
Richmond International Airport: 804.226.3000
Norfolk International Airport: 757.857.3351
Washington Dulles Int’l Airport: 703.572.2700
Ronald Reagan National Airport: 703-417-8000
For Travel Information, contact Virginia Tourism Corporation
1.800.932.5827
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