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Real Estate Agent
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To get a West Virginia real estate license in 2026, you must complete 90 hours of West Virginia Real Estate Commission-approved pre-licensing education, pass a background check, take and pass the Pearson VUE licensing exam, and find a sponsoring broker. Most applicants finish in 8–16 weeks and spend $402.6–$753.6 including course tuition.
Pre-License Hours
$253.6
Total Gov Fees
150
Exam Questions
4 hrs
Exam Time
Renewal Cycle
Reciprocity
CE Required
Renewal Fee
18 years old
Min. Age
West Virginia Real Estate Commission
Authority
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Education | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Residency | Not required Non-residents may obtain a West Virginia license. |
| Citizenship | US citizen or permanent resident |
| Background Check | Required National criminal check via IdentoGO. Service code 228Q6K. Fee: $43.60-$45.75. |
| Character References | Required Two from property owners (known 2+ yrs, not related). |
| Sponsoring Broker | Required Must affiliate with a West Virginia-licensed broker. |
Not sure if you need a real estate license? Check whether your state requires one.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Exam Authorization Fee Paid to: WVREC | |
Exam Fee (per attempt) Paid to: Pearson VUE | |
License Application Fee Paid to: WVREC | |
Background Check / Fingerprinting Paid to: IdentoGO / WV State Police | |
Total Estimated Government Fees | $253.6 |
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Education Requirements
Mostly verifiedTotal Hours Required
Provider Type
WVREC-approved education providers
Required Courses
See our picks for the best real estate programs in West Virginia.
Exam Details
Mostly verifiedExam Provider
Total Questions
150
Total Time
240 min
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice. In-person at Pearson VUE test centers.
Exam Sections
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 100 | 150 min | 75% |
| State (West Virginia) | 50 | 90 min | 76% |
Retake Policy
May retake failed section(s). Must pay exam fee for each retake.
150 total questions. 75% national / 76% state (38/50). Test centers in Charleston, Morgantown, and other WV locations. 90-day window for both exam eligibility and license application.
For study strategies and what to expect on test day, see our guide to passing the real estate exam.
Take a WVREC-approved 90-hour course.
Estimated time: 4–10 weeks
Submit exam authorization application with $25 fee to WVREC.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Submit fingerprints for state and federal background check ($45.75).
Estimated time: 2–4 weeks
Schedule at PSI. Pay $55 exam fee. Pass both National (70%) and State (70%) sections.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Secure a sponsoring broker. Submit license application with $75 fee to WVREC.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
Renewal Details
Mostly verifiedRenewal Cycle
CE Hours
Renewal Fee
Deadline & Late Policy
June 30 each year.
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 West Virginia: Continuing education details →
Interstate Reciprocity
VerifiedHas Reciprocity
No
Type: No Formal Reciprocity (National Exam Waiver Available)
No full reciprocity; out-of-state exempt from national exam, take WV state only. All other requirements (education, background check, fees) still apply.
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Official Sources
Real Estate Agent requirements in West Virginia verified against West Virginia 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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