Licensing Requirements

State of Alabama
Real Estate Commission

To become eligible to obtain a license in Alabama, an applicant who does not hold a current real estate license in another state must:

  1. Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
  2. Be at least 19 years old.
  3. Show proof of bona fide residency in any state in the U.S.
  4. Show proof of high school graduation or GED.
  5. Not have been convicted of a felony or a crime involving mortal turpitude.
  6. Not have had a real estate application or license rejected or revoked in any state within the past two years.
  7. After meeting the education and/or experience requirements, pass the licensing examination.
  8. Secure the required errors and omissions insurance prior to submitting application for an active license.

Additionally, a SALESPERSON applicant must:

  1. Prior to taking the state exam, successfully complete an approved 60 clock hour prelicense course. (Salesperson applicants have 24 months to pass the state exam after completing this course, if not, the course must be retaken.) AND
  2. Must complete a 30 hour post license training course within the first twelve months of licensure in order to be issued an original (permanent) license. Further, the course must be completed and original license issued within the first six months in order to maintain an active license.

Additionally, a BROKER applicant must:

  1. Successfully complete an approved 60 clock hour prelicense course AND
  2. Must have held an active real estate salesperson license in any state for at least 24 months of the 36 month period immediately preceding the date of application.

If you hold a current license in another state, you may obtain a reciprocal license by doing the following:

  1. Submit with the applications an official "Certificate of Licensure" form (license history) showing you hold a current license in another state. This certification can be obtained from the Real Estate Commission Office in that state. This certification must have been issued within 90 days of our receipt of your reciprocal license application.
  2. Complete the reciprocal license application and submit it with the required attachments and fees.

 

 

 

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