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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 Iowa Real Estate Commission 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 Iowa
Reciprocity does NOT apply once applicant has moved to Iowa. Non-reciprocal state licensees may use Rule 5.3 pathway: state exam only (except CA, FL, NJ, NY, WI which require full national + state exam). Must hold active license, not inactive/expired >6 months.
| Requirement | Missouri (MO) | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 96 hours — Real Estate Principles and Practices (60 hrs — contracts, agency, financing, property law, closings, fair housing, math); Buying Practices (12 hrs, live only); Listing Practices (12 hrs, live only); Developing Professionalism and Ethical Practices (12 hrs, live only); 60-hour pre-license course (live or online); 12-hour Buying Practices (live only); 12-hour Listing Practices (live only) |
| 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: Psychological Services, Inc. (PSI); Computer-based, multiple-choice. In-person at PSI test centers or via online proctoring (webcam, quiet room, PSI secure browser required).; National, 80 questions, 70% to pass; State (Iowa), 40 questions, 70% to pass |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | Application + License Issuance: $100; Exam Fee (per attempt): $52; Fingerprinting / Background Check: $44 | Exam Fee (per attempt): $95; License Application Fee: $125; Background Check (DCI/FBI): $51; Fingerprinting: $51 |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 12; Fee: 50 | Period: 3 years; CE hours: 36; Fee: 125 |
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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