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How to get a real estate license in Arizona. 90 pre-licensing hours required. Government fees: $204. 2-year renewal cycle. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
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Pre-License Hours
$204
Total Gov Fees
180
Exam Questions
5 hrs
Exam Time
Renewal Cycle
Reciprocity
⚠ Recent Changes in Arizona
Take an ADRE-approved 90-hour salesperson pre-licensing course. Pass the proctored school final exam.
Estimated time: 2 weeks – 6 months
Take a separate ADRE-approved 6-hour contract writing course.
Estimated time: 1 day
Apply through Arizona DPS. $67 fee. Processing typically takes 4–6 weeks. Cards valid for 6 years.
Estimated time: 1–6 weeks
Register via Pearson VUE. Must pass both General (60/80 = 75%) and State (75/100 = 75%) sections. $75 per section.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Apply within 1 year of passing exam via ptl.az.gov. Upload all documents as one PDF. Pay $60 ($50 license + $10 recovery fund).
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks processing
Designated broker accepts 'hire on' through ADRE online system to activate license.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Education | No formal education required No HS diploma/GED required by statute. Must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of English and arithmetic. |
| Residency | Not required |
| Citizenship | Authorized legal presence required U.S. citizens and legal residents/visa holders qualify per ARS 41-1080. |
| Background Check | Required Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card from DPS required. Valid for 6 years. |
| Sponsoring Broker | Required to activate Not required to apply. After ADRE approves, designated broker must accept 'hire action' through ADRE online system. |
Education Requirements
Mostly verifiedTotal Hours Required
Provider Type
ADRE-approved private schools, online providers, and community colleges
Required Courses
Must pass proctored school final exam on the 90-hour course.
Exam Details
Mostly verifiedExam Provider
Total Questions
180
Total Time
300 min
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice, in-person only at Pearson VUE test centers. Major format change January 1, 2026: exam split into two separate exams.
Exam Sections
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 80 | 120 min | 75% |
| State (Arizona) | 100 | 180 min | 75% |
Retake Policy
Unlimited retakes. 24-hour wait between attempts. Full fee per section on each retake. After 2 failures, one 30-minute exam review available within 14 days.
5–15 unscored pretest questions may appear per section. Test centers: Chandler, Flagstaff, Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma. Must apply for license within 1 year of passing. Previous format (before Jan 1, 2026) was a single 180-question combined exam.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Original License Fee + Recovery Fund Paid to: ADRE | |
Exam Fee (total) Paid to: Pearson VUE | |
Fingerprint Clearance Card Paid to: Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) | |
Total Estimated Government Fees | $204 |
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Renewal Details
Mostly verifiedRenewal Cycle
CE Hours
Renewal Fee
Deadline & Late Policy
Last day of the month in which the license was originally issued, every 2 years.
First Renewal Notes
Same 24-hour CE requirement applies to first and subsequent renewals.
Effective January 1, 2025: three new mandatory 1-hour topics (Firewise, Deed Fraud, Arizona Water) added within existing 24-hour total.
Regulatory Board
Interstate Reciprocity
VerifiedHas Reciprocity
No
Type: Universal License Recognition
Arizona uses 'Out-of-State License Recognition' (HB 2569, 2019) — available to licensees from ANY state. Requirements: active license for 1+ year, completed RE education and exam in other state, pass Arizona State exam (100 questions), no revocations/pending discipline, AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card, proof of legal presence. Military spouses may qualify for exam waiver under ARS 32-4302(A).
4–16 weeks from start to active license.
Minimum with intensive education and fast fingerprint processing. Fingerprint Clearance Card (4–6 weeks) is often the bottleneck. Typical: 8–12 weeks.
2026-01-01
Salesperson exam split from single combined 180-question exam into two separate exams: General (80 questions, 2 hours) and State (100 questions, 3 hours). Combo discount available.
2025-12-13
Major ADRE rule revisions: reporting deadlines changed to 10 calendar days, expanded disclosure duties, AI-assisted advertising standards, increased broker accountability, progressive discipline policies required.
2025-01-01
Three new mandatory 1-hour CE topics added: Firewise, Deed Fraud, Arizona Water (within existing 24-hour total).
2024-12-03
License 'Inactive' status renamed to 'Eligible' status.
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How this state compares to 48 others for this profession
Timeline
#8 of 49
Salary
#22 of 49
Cost
#12 of 49
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Real Estate Sales Agents (SOC 41-9022)
Entry Level
$39,460
25th percentile
Median
$53,370
-5% vs. national avg ($56,320)Experienced
$83,940
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
8,240 employed in this state
Note: Real estate agent compensation is heavily commission-based. BLS OEWS data reflects base wages reported by employers and may undercount total earnings.
Source: BLS OEWS – Real Estate Sales Agents (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+1.8%
Below AverageNew Jobs
+6,500
over 10 years
Annual Openings
42,900
per year (avg.)
359,300 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
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Real Estate Agent
$53,370
Pre-licensing education (40-180 hours) + state exam
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Real Estate Agent
Pre-licensing education (40-180 hours) + state exam
$53,370
2-3 years experience + additional education + broker exam
$54,460
AQB courses + supervised experience (varies by tier)
$60,050
Salary data from BLS OEWS May 2024 for this state. Career paths represent common advancement routes — actual progression may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Source: ADRE — Salesperson License
Estimated total: 4–16 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: ADRE — Salesperson License
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