Real Estate License Renewal in Florida (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in Florida is handled by the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), Division of Real Estate, Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), which requires Real Estate Agent (Salesperson)s to renew every 24 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.

Florida Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Sales associate licenses renew on a two-year (biennial) cycle. Licensees fall into one of two cohorts with expiration dates of either March 31 or September 30. Both the renewal fee and education requirements must be met no later than midnight Eastern time on the expiration date; renewal notices are sent roughly 60 days before expiration.
CE hours required	14 hours
Renewal fee	$64.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), Division of Real Estate, Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)

Go to the official Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), Division of Real Estate, Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in Florida

For ongoing (post-first) renewals, an active sales associate must complete 14 hours of FREC-approved continuing education each two-year cycle: 3 hours Core Law, 3 hours Ethics and Business Practices, and 8 hours specialty education. The FIRST renewal after initial licensure is different — instead of the 14-hour CE, a new sales associate must complete 45 hours of Commission-approved post-licensing education before that first renewal.

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How to renew your Real Estate license in Florida

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), Division of Real Estate, Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) portal.
Complete the required 14 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: Governing body is the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) under the DBPR Division of Real Estate. Renewal fee ($64) and late fee ($25) are set by Fla. Admin. Code R. 61J2-1.011 (sales associate). CE/post-licensing hours are tracked directly by DBPR via the MyFloridaLicense system: course providers electronically report completion rosters (typically within 5 business days), so the state does not require real estate licensees to self-report through CE Broker for credit. Licensees should still verify reported hours in their online account and retain certificates for audit. Key caveat: the 45-hour post-licensing requirement applies only at the first renewal; failing to complete it by the first expiration causes the license to become void (not merely delinquent).

Real Estate license renewal in Florida: frequently asked questions

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

Florida Real Estate licenses renew every 24 months. Sales associate licenses renew on a two-year (biennial) cycle. Licensees fall into one of two cohorts with expiration dates of either March 31 or September 30. Both the renewal fee and education requirements must be met no later than midnight Eastern time on the expiration date; renewal notices are sent roughly 60 days before expiration.

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

Approximately 14 continuing-education hours per cycle. For ongoing (post-first) renewals, an active sales associate must complete 14 hours of FREC-approved continuing education each two-year cycle: 3 hours Core Law, 3 hours Ethics and Business Practices, and 8 hours specialty education. The FIRST renewal after initial licensure is different — instead of the 14-hour CE, a new sales associate must complete 45 hours of Commission-approved post-licensing education before that first renewal. Confirm the current requirement with the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), Division of Real Estate, Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

Can I renew my Florida Real Estate license online?

Yes — Florida offers online renewal through the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), Division of Real Estate, Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Use the official link on this page.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $25 may apply. Contact the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), Division of Real Estate, Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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