Real Estate License Renewal in Minnesota (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in Minnesota is handled by the Minnesota Department of Commerce, 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.

Minnesota Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Real estate salesperson licenses run on a two-year (24-month) cycle and expire June 30. Licenses must be renewed before 11:59 PM Central on June 30 of the renewal year; the renewal window opens in early April. Renewals are typically processed by the licensee's primary broker as part of a company "mass renewal."
CE hours required	30 hours
Renewal fee	$40.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	PulsePortal (www.pulseportal.com) — used for CE course registration and compliance verification; not CE Broker
Governing body	Minnesota Department of Commerce

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Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in Minnesota

A salesperson must complete 30 hours of approved real estate CE over the two-year renewal cycle, with at least 15 hours completed each license year (by each June 30). Each year's 15 hours must include a specific Commerce-approved general "module" course. Within the 30 hours, at least 1 hour must cover agency representation/disclosure laws and at least 1 hour must cover state/federal fair housing and other anti-discrimination laws. The CE requirement does not apply to the first June 30 after initial licensure (or after relicensing following inactivity over two years). Courses cannot be repeated for credit in the same period and excess hours do not carry over. Verified commercial-only licensees are exempt from the module, agency-law, and fair-housing requirements but must still meet the other CE hours.

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How to renew your Real Estate license in Minnesota

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Minnesota Department of Commerce portal.
Complete the required 30 CE hours and confirm they appear in PulsePortal (www.pulseportal.com) — used for CE course registration and compliance verification; not CE Broker.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Minnesota has no separate standalone real estate commission; licensing is administered by the Department of Commerce. Base salesperson renewal fee is $40; additionally a $20 Education, Research and Recovery Fund fee and a $10 technology surcharge (reduced from a higher amount effective May 1, 2023) apply at renewal, so total out-of-pocket at renewal is higher than the $40 base fee. No specific flat late/reinstatement fee was published on the official pages reviewed. Renewals are commonly handled by the primary broker via a company mass renewal; the broker is responsible for verifying each associated licensee is CE-compliant before renewing. Statute Minn. Stat. 82.62 confirms a renewal is not effective beyond two years from grant.

Real Estate license renewal in Minnesota: frequently asked questions

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

Minnesota Real Estate licenses renew every 24 months. Real estate salesperson licenses run on a two-year (24-month) cycle and expire June 30. Licenses must be renewed before 11:59 PM Central on June 30 of the renewal year; the renewal window opens in early April. Renewals are typically processed by the licensee's primary broker as part of a company "mass renewal."

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

Approximately 30 continuing-education hours per cycle. A salesperson must complete 30 hours of approved real estate CE over the two-year renewal cycle, with at least 15 hours completed each license year (by each June 30). Each year's 15 hours must include a specific Commerce-approved general "module" course. Within the 30 hours, at least 1 hour must cover agency representation/disclosure laws and at least 1 hour must cover state/federal fair housing and other anti-discrimination laws. The CE requirement does not apply to the first June 30 after initial licensure (or after relicensing following inactivity over two years). Courses cannot be repeated for credit in the same period and excess hours do not carry over. Verified commercial-only licensees are exempt from the module, agency-law, and fair-housing requirements but must still meet the other CE hours. Confirm the current requirement with the Minnesota Department of Commerce.

Can I renew my Minnesota Real Estate license online?

Yes — Minnesota offers online renewal through the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Use the official link on this page.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Minnesota Department of Commerce promptly if your license has lapsed.

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