How to Transfer Your Real Estate Agent License from New Jersey to Pennsylvania

Side-by-side comparison of requirements, costs, and reciprocity. Updated 2026.

Quick Comparison

Requirement	New Jersey (NJ)	Pennsylvania (PA)
Total Cost	Varies	Varies
Training Hours	75 hrs	75 hrs
Exam Required	Check with board	Check with board
Renewal Period	2	2
Reciprocity	No	Yes

Can You Transfer Your Real Estate Agent License?

Reciprocity information not available

Check with the Pennsylvania licensing board for current reciprocity agreements and transfer requirements for real estate agent licenses.

What You'll Need to Do in Pennsylvania

These are the standard licensing steps in Pennsylvania. As a licensed real estate agent from New Jersey, you may already satisfy some of these requirements.

1
Complete 75 Hours of Pre-Licensing Education: Take Real Estate Fundamentals (30 hrs) and Real Estate Practice (45 hrs) from a Commission-approved provider.
2
Register for Exam via Clarus Portal: Create account at pare.useclarus.com. Upload proof of education. Pay $49 exam fee.
3
Schedule and Pass State Exam: Take exam at Pearson VUE center or via OnVUE online proctoring. Pass both National (60/80 = 75%) and State (30/40 = 75%) portions.
4
Obtain Criminal Background Check: Request CHRC from PA State Police PATCH system (epatch.pa.gov) and from every state lived/worked in past 5 years. $22 per check.
5
Find a Sponsoring Broker: Secure an employing broker with a valid PA real estate broker license.
6
Submit License Application via PALS: Apply at pals.pa.gov. Upload documents. Broker reviews and certifies. Pay $107 application fee.
7
Receive License: Physical license mailed to broker's main office within 7–10 business days after issuance.

Cost Comparison

New Jersey Fees

Application Fee (initial)$160
Exam Fee (per attempt)$45
Fingerprinting / Background Check (IDEMIA LiveScan)$66.05

Pennsylvania Fees

Application + License + Recovery Fund Fee$107
Exam Fee$49
Criminal Background Check (PATCH)$22

Estimated Timeline

4\u201324 weeks

Estimated time to complete the real estate agent licensing process in Pennsylvania. Transferring licensees who qualify for reciprocity may complete the process faster.

Minimum with intensive online education and quick background check processing. PATCH electronic checks with no records return in 1–3 days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I transfer my real estate agent license from New Jersey to Pennsylvania?▾

Contact the Pennsylvania licensing board directly to confirm current transfer and reciprocity policies for real estate agent licenses.

How much does it cost to transfer a real estate agent license to Pennsylvania?▾

Fees vary — check with the Pennsylvania licensing board for current fee schedules.

How long does it take to transfer a real estate agent license from New Jersey to Pennsylvania?▾

The process typically takes 4–24 weeks in Pennsylvania, depending on application processing times and whether additional exams or coursework are required.

Do I need to retake the real estate agent exam when moving to Pennsylvania?▾

Contact the Pennsylvania licensing board for current exam requirements for transferring licensees.

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Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only. Licensing requirements change frequently. Always verify current requirements, fees, and reciprocity policies directly with the New Jersey and Pennsylvania licensing boards before making decisions. GetLicenseMap is not a government agency and does not guarantee the accuracy of this information.