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Real Estate Agent
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To get a New Mexico real estate license in 2026, you must complete 90 hours of New Mexico Real Estate Commission-approved pre-licensing education, pass a background check, take and pass the PSI licensing exam, and find a sponsoring broker. Most applicants finish in 8–16 weeks and spend $603–$954 including course tuition.
Pre-License Hours
$454
Total Gov Fees
125
Exam Questions
3 hrs
Exam Time
Renewal Cycle
Reciprocity
CE Required
Renewal Fee
18 years old
Min. Age
New Mexico Real Estate Commission
Authority
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Education | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Residency | Not required Non-residents may obtain a New Mexico license. |
| Citizenship | US citizen or legal resident |
| Background Check | Required Fingerprint-based via IdentoGO. Fee: $59. ORI: NM920263Z. |
| E&O Insurance | Required E&O insurance required before license activation. Contracted carrier: Rice Insurance Services. |
| Sponsoring Broker | Required Must affiliate with a New Mexico qualifying broker. |
Not sure if you need a real estate license? Check whether your state requires one.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
License Application / Issuance Fee Paid to: NMREC | |
Real Estate Recovery Fund Paid to: NMREC | |
Exam Fee (per attempt) Paid to: PSI Services | |
Background Check / Fingerprinting Paid to: IdentoGO | |
Total Estimated Government Fees | $454 |
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Education Requirements
Mostly verifiedTotal Hours Required
Provider Type
NMREC-approved education providers
Required Courses
Post-licensing: 30-hour New Broker Business Practices course required within first year of licensure.
See our picks for the best real estate programs in New Mexico.
Exam Details
Mostly verifiedExam Provider
Total Questions
125
Total Time
180 min
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice. In-person only at PSI test centers. NO remote proctoring available.
Exam Sections
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 75 | 120 min | 75% |
| State (New Mexico) | 50 | 60 min | 75% |
Retake Policy
Must pass both sections within 90 days of application approval. May retake failed section(s). $95 per attempt.
125 scored questions + 5-10 unscored pilot questions. 75% passing: 60/75 national, 38/50 state. Must pass within 90 days of NMREC application approval. 6-month window to apply for license after passing exam. Test centers in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and other locations.
For study strategies and what to expect on test day, see our guide to passing the real estate exam.
Take an NMREC-approved 90-hour course covering real estate principles, practice, and NM law.
Estimated time: 4–12 weeks
Submit application with $270 fee and background check documents. NMREC must approve before scheduling exam.
Estimated time: 2–4 weeks
Submit fingerprints for state and federal background check.
Estimated time: 2–4 weeks
Schedule at PSI. Pay $95 exam fee. Pass both National (75%) and State (75%) sections within 90 days of approval.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Secure a sponsoring qualifying broker to activate license.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
Required within first year of licensure.
Estimated time: Within 12 months
Renewal Details
Mostly verifiedRenewal Cycle
CE Hours
Renewal Fee
Deadline & Late Policy
Triennial renewal. Expires on last day of month following birth month.
First Renewal Notes
Must complete 30 hours of post-licensing education within first year of initial licensure.
Regulatory Board
For a deeper dive into CE requirements and deadlines, see our real estate license renewal guide or compare deadlines across all 50 states.
See full CE requirements in New Mexico: Continuing education details →
Interstate Reciprocity
VerifiedHas Reciprocity
Yes
Type: Full reciprocity — no pre-licensing courses and no exam (either portion) required for applicants from GA, LA, or MA
Reciprocal States
| State | Conditions |
|---|---|
| Georgia (GA) | Full reciprocity — no exam, no pre-license education required. |
| Louisiana (LA) | Full reciprocity — no exam, no pre-license education required. |
| Massachusetts (MA) | Full reciprocity — no exam, no pre-license education required. |
Full reciprocity with GA, LA, MA. All other states: must meet full NM requirements.
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Official Sources
Real Estate Agent requirements in New Mexico verified against New Mexico Real Estate Commission, April 2026.
All data on this page was verified against the following official sources. Last verified: 2026-04-02.
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