How to get a real estate license in Florida
Florida requires a 63-hour pre-licensing course, electronic fingerprints, and a passing score on the Pearson VUE state exam. You can apply to the DBPR before you finish the course, which lets processing happen while you study.
Last checked October 2026. Official source: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Real Estate
- License
- Real estate sales associate
- Pre-licensing education
- 63 hours
- State exam
- Pearson VUE. 100 multiple-choice questions, 3.5 hours, 75% to pass.
- Background check
- Electronic fingerprints through a Florida-approved Livescan provider using the DBPR's ORI number.
- Broker
- Your license is issued inactive. A Florida broker activates it by registering you with the DBPR.
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Steps to get licensed in Florida
- 1
Apply to the DBPR
Apply online at MyFloridaLicense.com. You can do this before or during your course. The fee is $83.75.
- 2
Get fingerprinted
Use a Florida-approved Livescan provider and give them the DBPR's ORI number.
- 3
Complete the 63-hour course
Take FREC Course I from an approved school and pass the course final with at least 70%.
- 4
Pass the state exam
Once the DBPR approves you, schedule with Pearson VUE. You need 75% to pass, and each attempt costs $36.75.
- 5
Activate under a broker
Your broker registers you with the DBPR to make your inactive license active.
Required courses
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| FREC Course I: Sales Associate Pre-Licensing | 63 |
| Total | 63 |
You must score at least 70% on the course final exam.
State fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application and license fee | $83.75 |
| Exam feePer attempt, paid to Pearson VUE | $36.75 |
| FingerprintingVaries by Livescan provider | About $50–$80 |
Course tuition is set by each school and isn't included.
After you're licensed
- Complete a 45-hour post-licensing course before your first renewal, or the license becomes void.
Licensed in another state?
Florida has mutual recognition agreements with some states. Check the DBPR for the current list.
Florida real estate license FAQ
Who issues real estate licenses in Florida?
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Real Estate (DBPR) issues the real estate sales associate license in Florida. Its official website is www.myfloridalicense.com.
How many hours of pre-licensing education does Florida require?
Florida requires 63 hours of approved pre-licensing education. You must score at least 70% on the course final exam.
What courses do I need to take for a Florida real estate license?
The required coursework is FREC Course I: Sales Associate Pre-Licensing (63 hours).
What is the Florida real estate exam like?
Pearson VUE. 100 multiple-choice questions, 3.5 hours, 75% to pass.
Is a background check required in Florida?
Electronic fingerprints through a Florida-approved Livescan provider using the DBPR's ORI number.
Do I need a sponsoring broker to get licensed in Florida?
Your license is issued inactive. A Florida broker activates it by registering you with the DBPR.
How much does a Florida real estate license cost?
State fees include application and license fee ($83.75), exam fee ($36.75), and fingerprinting (About $50–$80). Course tuition is set by each school and is not included.
Can I transfer a real estate license from another state to Florida?
Florida has mutual recognition agreements with some states. Check the DBPR for the current list.
What do I need to do after getting my Florida real estate license?
Complete a 45-hour post-licensing course before your first renewal, or the license becomes void.
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