Real Estate License Renewal in Kansas (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in Kansas is handled by the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC), 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.

Kansas Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Salesperson licenses renew on a two-year cycle and must be renewed by the license expiration date. Required continuing education must be completed before renewing to active status. If CE is not finished by the expiration date, the licensee may renew to inactive status or renew late once hours are complete. An expired license must be renewed within 6 months of expiration or it is forfeited.
CE hours required	12 hours
Renewal fee	$125.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC)

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Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in Kansas

Active salespersons must complete 12 hours of CE per two-year renewal cycle, including at least 3 mandatory hours in an approved "Kansas Required Core" course; the remaining 9 hours may be approved electives. NAR Code of Ethics is not required by KREC. Licensees are limited to one 3-hour appraisal-type course per renewal period. CE completed the same day as a successful renewal counts only toward that cycle (wait 24 hours before completing CE for the next cycle). Renewal to inactive status requires no CE, but the hours must be completed before returning to active status (additional hours apply after 2+ years inactive). KREC pages reviewed do not specify a separate first-renewal post-licensing CE requirement distinct from the standard 12 hours.

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How to renew your Real Estate license in Kansas

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) portal.
Complete the required 12 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: Renewal is submitted online via the Accela Public Portal (aca-prod.accela.com/KANSAS); existing licensees should use Forgot Password rather than creating a new account. KREC sends a courtesy reminder email 45 days before expiration. CE/hours are tracked within the licensee's KREC Public Portal record (no third-party tracker like CE Broker indicated). Broker renewal fee is $175 (not applicable to salespersons). The $100 late fee applies to any renewal submitted after the expiration date. Reactivation after 2+ years inactive requires 6 extra CE hours per full inactive year plus the 12 immediate-cycle hours; after 5+ years inactive the licensing exam must be retaken.

Real Estate license renewal in Kansas: frequently asked questions

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

Kansas Real Estate licenses renew every 24 months. Salesperson licenses renew on a two-year cycle and must be renewed by the license expiration date. Required continuing education must be completed before renewing to active status. If CE is not finished by the expiration date, the licensee may renew to inactive status or renew late once hours are complete. An expired license must be renewed within 6 months of expiration or it is forfeited.

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

Approximately 12 continuing-education hours per cycle. Active salespersons must complete 12 hours of CE per two-year renewal cycle, including at least 3 mandatory hours in an approved "Kansas Required Core" course; the remaining 9 hours may be approved electives. NAR Code of Ethics is not required by KREC. Licensees are limited to one 3-hour appraisal-type course per renewal period. CE completed the same day as a successful renewal counts only toward that cycle (wait 24 hours before completing CE for the next cycle). Renewal to inactive status requires no CE, but the hours must be completed before returning to active status (additional hours apply after 2+ years inactive). KREC pages reviewed do not specify a separate first-renewal post-licensing CE requirement distinct from the standard 12 hours. Confirm the current requirement with the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC).

Can I renew my Kansas Real Estate license online?

Yes — Kansas offers online renewal through the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC). Use the official link on this page.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $100 may apply. Contact the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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