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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your real estate agent license from Missouri to Illinois
Reciprocity agreements ended. Endorsement process effective Jan 1, 2026. Requires 30-hour Illinois Broker Endorsement Course (curriculum published Dec 10, 2024) + pass the Illinois state portion of the broker exam.
| Requirement | Missouri (MO) | Illinois (IL) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements● | 72 hours — Salesperson Pre-Examination Course (48 hrs — real estate law, property interests, ownership, contracts, financing, closings, appraisals, fair housing, property management, environmental issues, math); Missouri Real Estate Practice Course / MREP (24 hrs — agency, contracts/forms, valuation, finance, closings, broker disclosure, property ownership, real estate law) | 75 hours — Broker Pre-License Topics (60 hrs — self-study/online permitted); Applied Real Estate Principles (15 hrs — must be interactive: in-person or live webinar) |
| Exam Requirements● | Provider: PSI; Computer-based, multiple-choice at PSI test centers.; National, 100 questions, 70% to pass; State (Missouri), 40 questions, 75% to pass | Provider: PSI Services LLC; Computer-based, multiple-choice. Available in-person at PSI test centers or via online remote proctoring.; National, 100 questions, 75% to pass; State (Illinois), 40 questions, 75% to pass |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | Application + License Issuance: $100; Exam Fee (per attempt): $52; Fingerprinting / Background Check: $44 | Application Fee: $150; Exam Fee: $58; Fingerprinting / Background Check: $62 |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 12; Fee: 50 | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 12; Fee: 200 |
Data verified as of 2026-04-02. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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