Real Estate License Renewal in Colorado (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in Colorado is handled by the Colorado Division of Real Estate (Colorado Real Estate Commission), within the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), which requires Real Estate Agent (Salesperson)s to renew every 36 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Colorado Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	36 months
Deadline rule	Colorado does not issue a separate salesperson license; the standard active credential is the real estate broker license. Licenses expire at midnight on December 31 and run on a three-year cycle. The online renewal period opens November 1 and runs through December 31. A 31-day grace period allows renewal through January 31 without penalty; failure to renew by January 31 results in license expiration. The grace period does not extend the CE completion deadline (CE must be done by December 31).
CE hours required	24 hours
Renewal fee	see board (fee not fixed/published)
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Colorado Division of Real Estate (Colorado Real Estate Commission), within the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA)

Go to the official Colorado Division of Real Estate (Colorado Real Estate Commission), within the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in Colorado

Active brokers must complete 24 hours of continuing education each three-year license cycle. Of these, 12 hours must consist of three different annual versions of the four-hour Annual Commission Update (ACU) course (the ACU covers recent regulatory changes, statutes, and Commission rules/practice issues); the remaining 12 hours may be any Commission-approved elective credit. Proof of completion must be retained at least four years. First-renewal/initial-period rule differs: a newly issued broker license expires December 31 of the year it was issued, and during that initial licensure period the broker has no CE obligation; the three-year cycle and 24-hour requirement begin afterward. If a license has been inactive longer than three years, reactivation requires either passing the state portion of the Colorado Broker's Exam or completing 72 hours (48 hours Colorado Contracts & Regulations plus 24 hours Real Estate Closings).

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How to renew your Real Estate license in Colorado

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Colorado Division of Real Estate (Colorado Real Estate Commission), within the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) portal.
Complete the required 24 CE hours.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Colorado has no "salesperson"/"agent" license tier — all individual practitioners are licensed as real estate brokers (Broker Associate, Independent Broker, or Employing Broker); the standard active license figures above apply. Renewal fees are not published as a single fixed amount; the Division states fees may vary year to year and the actual fee is shown only after logging into the eLicense portal — hence renewal_fee_usd is null. No third-party CE tracking system (e.g., CE Broker) is used; renewal and CE attestation occur through the state's own online eLicense system at apps.colorado.gov/dre/licensing. Active brokers must also maintain errors & omissions (E&O) insurance, which commonly expires January 1. Renewals submitted after December 31 but within the grace period may still be processed before the January 31 final deadline.

Real Estate license renewal in Colorado: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Real Estate license in Colorado?

Colorado Real Estate licenses renew every 36 months. Colorado does not issue a separate salesperson license; the standard active credential is the real estate broker license. Licenses expire at midnight on December 31 and run on a three-year cycle. The online renewal period opens November 1 and runs through December 31. A 31-day grace period allows renewal through January 31 without penalty; failure to renew by January 31 results in license expiration. The grace period does not extend the CE completion deadline (CE must be done by December 31).

How many CE hours are required to renew an Real Estate license in Colorado?

Approximately 24 continuing-education hours per cycle. Active brokers must complete 24 hours of continuing education each three-year license cycle. Of these, 12 hours must consist of three different annual versions of the four-hour Annual Commission Update (ACU) course (the ACU covers recent regulatory changes, statutes, and Commission rules/practice issues); the remaining 12 hours may be any Commission-approved elective credit. Proof of completion must be retained at least four years. First-renewal/initial-period rule differs: a newly issued broker license expires December 31 of the year it was issued, and during that initial licensure period the broker has no CE obligation; the three-year cycle and 24-hour requirement begin afterward. If a license has been inactive longer than three years, reactivation requires either passing the state portion of the Colorado Broker's Exam or completing 72 hours (48 hours Colorado Contracts & Regulations plus 24 hours Real Estate Closings). Confirm the current requirement with the Colorado Division of Real Estate (Colorado Real Estate Commission), within the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).

Can I renew my Colorado Real Estate license online?

Yes — Colorado offers online renewal through the Colorado Division of Real Estate (Colorado Real Estate Commission), within the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Colorado Real Estate license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Colorado Division of Real Estate (Colorado Real Estate Commission), within the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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