Northeast · Real Estate License
New Hampshire
Salesperson License Requirements
40
Pre-Licensing Hours
classroom or online
$182
Est. Total Cost
fees only (excl. education)
2–10 weeks
Timeline
start to license
2 years
Renewal Cycle
15 CE hours required
Step-by-Step Licensing Process
Complete 40-Hour Pre-Licensing Course
Take an approved 40-hour course (at least 32 hrs in-classroom). Must be within 6 months before exam.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
Pass the PSI Licensing Exam
Schedule at PSI (in-person or online). Pay $67 exam fee. Pass both National (56/80) and State (28/40) sections.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Complete Background Check
Submit background check ($25 fee).
Estimated time: 1–3 weeks
Affiliate with a Broker and Apply
Secure a sponsoring broker. Submit application with $90 fee to OPLC.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
Pre-Licensing Education
Hours Required
Verified40 hours of approved pre-licensing education. No more than 8 hours may be completed via distance education — at least 32 hours must be in-classroom. Must be completed within 6 months before the exam.
Required Topics / Courses
- Real Estate Principles and Practice (40 hrs — property law, ownership, contracts, agency, financing, closings, appraisal, fair housing, NH-specific law)
Provider type: NHREC-approved education providers
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Licensing Exam
Exam Provider
PSI Services
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice. In-person at PSI test centers or via secure live online proctoring.
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | 150 min | 70% |
| State (New Hampshire) | 40 | 90 min | 70% |
| Total | 120 | 240 min | — |
Retake policy: May retake up to 8 times within a 6-month window. After 8 failures, must re-enroll in pre-licensing education. $65 per retake.
70% passing: 56/80 national, 28/40 state. Online proctoring available (webcam, quiet room required). Test centers: Concord, Manchester, Nashua, Portsmouth. In-person: Mon-Sat; Online: 7 days/week.
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Practice tests and study tools to help you pass the New Hampshire real estate licensing exam on your first attempt.
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Fee Breakdown
| Fee | Amount | Paid To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam Fee (first attempt) | $67.00 | PSI Services | |
| License Application Fee | $90.00 | NHREC / OPLC | |
| Background Check | $25.00 | State / Vendor | |
| Estimated Total | $182.00 | Excludes education costs |
Requirements
Minimum Age
18 years old
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Residency
Not required
Non-residents may obtain a NH license.
Citizenship
US citizen or legal resident
Background Check
Required
Criminal background check required. $25 fee.
Sponsoring Broker
Required
Must affiliate with a NH-licensed broker.
Reciprocity
New Hampshire has reciprocity agreements
Type: Universal Reciprocity (All States)
NH recognizes all 50 state licenses. If you passed both national and state exam portions in your original state, you only need to pass the NH state portion. If you passed only a state exam, you must pass both national and NH state portions. Application fee and background check still required.
Renewal & Continuing Education
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education Hours
15 hours per renewal cycle
Renewal Fee
$99.00
Deadlines
Renewal every 2 years from date of issuance.
Find Continuing Education Courses
New Hampshire requires 15 hours of continuing education every 2 years. These providers offer approved CE courses online.
Colibri Real Estate
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Recent Changes
HB 594 signed by Governor Sununu: OPLC shall issue licenses to professionals with active license in good standing from any other jurisdiction. Universal reciprocity now in effect.
Effective: 2023-06-28 · Affects: reciprocity
Sources
https://www.oplc.nh.gov/find-board/nh-real-estate-commission
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https://www.usrealtytraining.com/blogs/new-hampshire-real-estate-exam
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https://www.bostonrealestateclass.com/online-classes/new-hampshire-online-real-estate-license-classes/reciprocity/
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