Real Estate License Renewal in Kentucky (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in Kentucky is handled by the Kentucky 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.

Kentucky Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Real estate sales associate licenses renew on a biennial cycle, expiring March 31 of each even-numbered year; renewal must be completed by that March 31 deadline. Failure to renew by the deadline results in cancellation of the license plus a late fee.
CE hours required	12 hours
Renewal fee	$130.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Kentucky Real Estate Commission (KREC)

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Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in Kentucky

Actively licensed associates must complete 6 hours of Commission-approved continuing education each calendar year (by December 31), of which at least 3 hours must be in real estate law — totaling 12 hours over the 2-year renewal cycle. Additionally, all active licensees subject to CE must take the 6-hour Kentucky Core Course once every four years (which satisfies that year's full CE requirement). New sales associates licensed on/after Jan 1, 2016 instead owe a separate initial requirement of 48 hours of post-license education within their first two years, and are not required to do the annual 6-hour CE during their first two calendar years — this initial post-licensing education is distinct from the ongoing 6-hours/year CE.

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How to renew your Real Estate license in Kentucky

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Kentucky 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: Biennial renewal due by March 31 of even-numbered years; active renewal fee $130 (inactive $120). Late renewal fee $200 (plus separate $1,000 CE/CORE deficiency fee if CE not met). Online renewal via KREC eServices portal, or by paper form by mail; payment by phone not permitted. Renewal applicants must contact RISC Insurance Services (E&O insurance) prior to renewal. CE is tracked through licensee KREC eServices accounts (no third-party vendor like CE Broker identified). Fee figures from KREC official fee schedule; exact per-status amounts could change — verify current schedule before relying.

Real Estate license renewal in Kentucky: frequently asked questions

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

Kentucky Real Estate licenses renew every 24 months. Real estate sales associate licenses renew on a biennial cycle, expiring March 31 of each even-numbered year; renewal must be completed by that March 31 deadline. Failure to renew by the deadline results in cancellation of the license plus a late fee.

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

Approximately 12 continuing-education hours per cycle. Actively licensed associates must complete 6 hours of Commission-approved continuing education each calendar year (by December 31), of which at least 3 hours must be in real estate law — totaling 12 hours over the 2-year renewal cycle. Additionally, all active licensees subject to CE must take the 6-hour Kentucky Core Course once every four years (which satisfies that year's full CE requirement). New sales associates licensed on/after Jan 1, 2016 instead owe a separate initial requirement of 48 hours of post-license education within their first two years, and are not required to do the annual 6-hour CE during their first two calendar years — this initial post-licensing education is distinct from the ongoing 6-hours/year CE. Confirm the current requirement with the Kentucky Real Estate Commission (KREC).

Can I renew my Kentucky Real Estate license online?

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

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $200 may apply. Contact the Kentucky Real Estate Commission (KREC) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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