CGFNS in Va?

do i need to take the CGFNS exam to be eligible in taking the nclex?

Check what it states on the BON website. There are only a handful of states that now require a pass in the CGFNS exam before they give eligibility to sit NCLEX

Unfortunately you have to pass the CGFNS exam in VA to go further with the process. First you have to pass the credentials, then you'll be eligible for the CGFNS exam. I can't lie, is a very stressful and hard one to pass... after the CGFNS stage completed, second step, iBT toefl, visascreen certificate (easy to obtain), than you are eligible for the NCLEX. I live here in VA, and I had to stand for the CGFNS exam.

Beside the credential evaluation process, visa screen and English proficiency exam I had to pass to foreign nurses exam (CGFNS) in order for me to be able to stand for the national one (NCLEX)... NCLEX compared with the CGFNS exam was a piece of pie... again, I'm not trying to discourage you, just let you know that you have to be in very good shape for that exam... study day and night...

or you can relocate in a state that doesn't require CGFNS exam :)... Good luck!