For initial application or supporting documents for your application, please fax them to 850-488-8040.

Any active member in good standing with the Florida Bar who is otherwise qualified under the real estate license law is exempt from the FREC prescribed prerequisite educational course for licensure as a real estate sales associate. An applicant must be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma (more detailed information is available in Chapter 475.17, Florida Statutes) and fulfill the following:

Mail all applications to:
DBPR Central Intake Unit
2601 Blair Stone Road
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783

• Real Estate Associate Requirements
• Real Estate Broker Requirements
• Real Estate School Instructor Requirements

Florida has mutual recognition with 9 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska and Rhode Island. Brokers and Sales Associates can qualify for an equivalent type license in Florida if they meet the following qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Applicant must not be a resident of Florida, at time of application.

All applicants must have obtained the Real Estate license by having met the education and examination requirements of the state with which Florida has mutual recognition.

Applicant must hold a valid, current and active real estate license, in good standing, issued by the Real Estate licensing agency in the state from which the applicant is applying.

The intent of these agreements is to recognize the education and experience that real estate licensees have acquired in another state. These agreements apply to nonresidents licensed in other jurisdictions. Each licensee who applies for Florida licensure from a state or jurisdiction that has a current mutual recognition agreement with Florida must pass a written Florida-specific real estate law examination. The exam consists of 40 questions of 1 point in value per question. A grade of 30 points or higher must be achieved to pass the exam. These agreements also ensure that Florida licensees have equal opportunity for licensure in those jurisdictions with which agreements are concluded.

Once you have obtained a Florida Real Estate sales associate or broker license, you are subject to all renewal requirements for our state. Prior to your initial expiration date, listed on your license, you will be required to complete post license education. (45 hours Post-Education for Sales Associates and 60 hours Post-Education for Brokers). There after you will be required to complete 14 hours of continuing education biannually. The education requirements are in addition to applicable renewal fees.

You will be notified within 60 days, prior to your expiration date, that you are due for renewal. Please be sure to visit your online account, frequently for your education requirements, renewal fees, status of your license, related license information, and to maintain a valid mailing address. In addition, be sure to visit the Division of Real Estate Home page for any updates or upcoming events.

Division of Real Estate no longer has an active mutual recognition agreement with the following States:

Colorado: Agreement Dissolved – January 31, 2009

Indiana: Agreement Dissolved – June 30, 2014

Oklahoma: Agreement Dissolved – February 15, 2016

Tennessee: Agreement Dissolved – September 30, 2012

A licensed real estate sales associate or broker, who has at least 24 active months of real estate experience during the preceding five years in another state, may apply the experience toward a Florida broker’s license.

Application Requirements: 

• AGE: Must be at least 18 years of age.
• SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: You must have a United States Social Security number to apply. You may visit the Social Security Administration website for information on how to obtain one.
• EXPERIENCE: Must show proof of one of the following: Has been registered as an active sales associate for at least 24 months during the preceding 5 years under one or more brokers; has held a current and valid real estate sales associate’s license for at least 24 months during the preceding 5 years in the employ of a governmental agency for a salary and performing the duties authorized in Chapter 475, F.S.; or has held a current and valid real estate broker’s license for at least 24 months during the preceding 5 years in any other state, territory, or jurisdiction of the United States, or in any foreign national jurisdiction.
• CERTIFICATION OF LICENSE HISTORY: A current certification of license history from the state you are claiming experience from is required. The history must contain your initial license exam type, current license status, disciplinary information, and how many valid months within the preceding five years.
• EDUCATION: Prior to sitting for the state exam you must show proof of course completion of Florida approved 72 hour pre-license education for brokers. The course is good for two (2) years from the date of completion. An expired course will not be accepted at the exam site and you will not be able to sit for your exam without proof of a valid course completion slip. The course is not required at the time of application submission. You may submit application for state exam approval prior to taking the pre-license education. See the list of approved providers.
• EDUCATION EXEMPTIONS: If you hold a 4 year degree, or higher, in real estate you may be exempt from the pre-license education requirement. In order to determine your exemption please submit an original certified transcript with your application for review. If you wish to submit prior to application, please send an original certified transcript with cover letter to: Division of Real Estate, Attention: Education Section, 400 West Robinson Street, Suite N801 Orlando, Florida 32801.
• EXAMINATIONS: The examination is given by Pearson Vue. To Learn more visit their website to find a location near you to set up your exam once the application has been approved by the DBPR. The Candidate Information Booklet is a useful source to help guide you through the examination process. You must bring a copy of your valid completion slip or education exemption letter to the exam site each time you go to take the exam. You will not be allowed to take the exam without proof of valid education or education exemption letter. Please be aware of your expiration dates. The exam eligibility is good for two years from the date the application has been approved by the DBPR. The pre- license education expires two years from the date the course is completed (course completion slip shows completion/finish date). These dates most often are different and one will expire before the other.
• FEE: Pay the required fee as provided in the application. Military veterans, their spouses and Florida National Guard members may be eligible for a fee waiver, fee reimbursement, and/or fee discount. Please visit our DBPR Military Services page for more information.
• FINGERPRINTS: Must have a background check as part of the licensing process. To learn more about fingerprinting, please visit our fingerprint FAQs.
• APPLICATION: Complete the application by clicking on the “Online Services” link or the “Printable Application” link at the bottom of the page.
• NOTICE FOR APPLICANTS SUBMITTING FINGERPRINTS WHERE CRIMINAL RECORD RESULTS WILL BE USED FOR LICENSING PURPOSES
• MORE INFORMATION: Learn more about this profession’s application requirements (use the back button or arrow to return to this page).

Information obtained from http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/real-estate-commission/licensure-information/

License renewal tips from DBPR

Tips for Renewal:

•  Establish your Online Account: If you have not established your online account with us, please do so prior to the last day of renewal. It takes a few minutes to set up and you may receive delays due to the high volume of individuals attempting to renew on the last day.
• Tutorial on creating your online account.
• Tutorial on Linking an Existing License to your account.
•  Verify your education requirements:– Initial renewal: After receiving your license, your initial renewal requires Post License Education – 45 hours for Sales Associates and 60 hours for Broker Sales/Brokers. Post License Education can be completed through distant education or classroom. The only exemption is someone with a 4 year degree in real estate. To obtain this exemption you must submit your original transcripts to: Division of Real Estate – Education Section – 400 West Robinson Street, Suite N801, Orlando, Florida 32801
  – Current licensees: require 14 hours of Continuing Education for renewal. This can be completed by distant education or in a classroom. You may review our Provider list for approved courses. Click Here to direct you to the list. (A Florida Bar Member in active/good standing is exempt from the 14 hour continuing education. If you have not informed us that you are a Florida Bar member, please be sure to notify us at 850.487.1395)
  – Involuntary Inactive licensees: are required to complete 28 hours Reactivation Education Course. This education MUST be completed on or before the expiration date (March 31st or September 30th) midnight Eastern Standard Time to prevent the license going Null and Void. Involuntary Inactive licensees are individuals who have failed to complete the prior renewal cycle requirements for continuing education/fees and are in their last 24 months of licensing. All requirements for renewal are due by expiration date (March 31st or September 30th) midnight Eastern Standard Timeavoid the license going Null and Void. There is no hardship extension for this status. (A Florida Bar Member in active/good standing is exempt from the 28 hour Reactivation Education Course. If you have not informed us that you are a Florida Bar member, please be sure to notify us at 850.487.1395)
•  Verify your Address: We send notifications and updates to the current mailing address on file. It is a requirement to update your mailing address with the Department within 10 days of any change of address.
•  Verify your Status: Through your online account you can verify your license status and with whom your license is being held. Please be sure the information in your account is showing the correct information. If your information does not show your relationship with the correct broker/employer, you should have your broker/employer add you through their online account; this will add you in real time allowing you to work immediately.
•  Hardship Requests: If you are a licensee required to complete post license education by your initial expiration date and you have a hardship, you may submit a written request with supporting documentation to request an extension of your renewal. The request will be reviewed and determined if it falls within the hardship requirements. You may mail this request to: Division of Real Estate – Licensing Section – 400 West Robinson Street, Suite N801, Orlando, Florida 32801. You may also fax to 407.317.7245 attn: Licensing Section. We are unable to grant extensions to individuals due for continuing education or reactivation education.
•  Fees and Education for Renewal: Requirements for renewal are due no later than midnight Eastern Standard Time of the expiration date (March 31st or September 30th). If the expiration date falls on a holiday or weekend the renewal is extended to the next business day midnight Eastern Standard Time.

DBPR Online Forms

Sales Associate Printable Application Sales Associate Application Form DBPR RE1

Sales Associate Candidate Sales Associate Booklet 

Broker Printable Application DBPR Broker Printable Application

Broker Online Application

Broker Candidate Booklet DBPR Broker Candidate Booklet

Real Estate Instructor Printable Application Instructor Printable Application

Real Estate Instructor Online Application

Community Association Manager Printable Application Community Association Manager

Community Association Manager Info Booklet Community Association Manager Information Booklet

Home Inspector Printable Application Home Inspector Printable Application

Home Inspector Exam Information

Change of Status DBPR Status Change Form 

Name or Address Change DBPR Name or Address Change

Military on Active Duty

Veteran Services

Military & Veteran Spouses

Military Member/Veteran/Spouse Fee Waiver Application Military Fee Waiver

Florida National Guard

Florida Dept of Veteran Affairs

Career Source Florida

Section 455.02, Florida Statutes, now provides new options and benefits to military service members and their spouse or surviving spouse for the renewal of their professional licenses. This statute applies to the following professions regulated by DBPR:

• Architects and Interior Designers
• Asbestos Consultants, Athlete Agents
• Auctioneers, Barbers, Building Code Administrators and Inspectors
• Certified Public Accountants
• Community Association Managers
• Construction Industry
• Cosmetology Professionals
• Electrical Contractors
• Employee Leasing Companies
• Geologists
• Home Inspectors
• Landscape Architecture
• Mold Assessors and Remediators
• Real Estate Professionals
• Veterinarians

Types of military statuses:

Licenses that are in good standing may qualify for the following exemptions for the duration of the service member’s active duty and up to two years following the end their active duty:

• Military service member:
  • Not practicing their profession or vocation in the private sector for profit is exempt from all renewal requirements.
  • Practicing their profession or vocation in the private sector for profit is exempt from renewal fees but must meet all other conditions of renewal including continuing education.
• Spouse and surviving spouse:
  • Not residing in Florida due to their spouse’s military duties and not practicing their profession or vocation in the private sector for profit is exempt from all renewal requirements.
  • Residing in Florida due to their spouse’s military duties is exempt from renewal fees but must meet all other conditions of renewal including continuing education.

To be set to a military status:

The licensee must submit a signed statement to:

Department of Business and Professional Regulation
2601 Blair Stone Road
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783

On your signed statement you must indicate what status you are requesting and list all DBPR regulated licenses that you currently hold:

• Non practicing military service member
• Practicing service member
• Non practicing spouse displaced from Florida
  • Military deployment order showing relocation outside of Florida is required
• Practicing spouse residing in Florida
  • Military deployment order showing relocation inside of Florida is required

No additional forms are required at that time.

To return from a military status:

Once your license is placed into a military status it will remain in this status until you request to have it removed or until two years after the end of the member’s active duty.  You must notify the department once the member’s active duty ends.  Upon return to civilian life, a DD-214 form may be obtained from your commander or reserve unit office and submitted to DBPR at the address above. In some instances, a letter from the commanding officer or unit reserve officer may be used as a substitute.  Spouses and surviving spouses must submit a copy of their marriage certificate to the military member along with a copy of their spouse’s DD-214 or DD-1300 form.

For more information on these provisions, please call DBPR’s Customer Contact Center at 850.487.1395 or use our convenient contact form to submit any comments and/or questions you may have. 

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