Real Estate License Renewal in New Hampshire (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in New Hampshire is handled by the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission (within the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, OPLC), 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.

New Hampshire Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Salesperson licenses run on a 2-year cycle and must be renewed by the expiration date printed on the license. Under a recent statutory change, a license is deemed to lapse if the completed renewal application, fee, and supporting documents are not filed by the expiration date; licensees who miss that date can no longer simply renew and must reinstate (within 1 year) or reapply (if expired/lapsed more than 1 year).
CE hours required	15 hours
Renewal fee	$99.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CE Broker
Governing body	New Hampshire Real Estate Commission (within the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, OPLC)

Go to the official New Hampshire Real Estate Commission (within the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, OPLC) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission (within the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, OPLC). automated research workflow (official new-hampshire real estate commission), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in New Hampshire

For an active-status renewal, a salesperson must complete at least one 3-hour Commission-accredited continuing education CORE course PLUS at least 12 elective hours (15 hours total per 2-year cycle), per Rea 403.01 and RSA 331-A:20. Elective topics include property valuation, construction, contract and agency law, ethics, financing and investment, land use and zoning, property management, taxation, environmental issues, and supervision/office management. FIRST renewal differs: salespersons licensed on/after Feb 1, 2024 must complete the 12 elective hours as POST-LICENSING courses covering four required topics (Purchase and Sales Agreements, Ethical Behavior, Disclosure Forms, Agency); these post-licensing courses satisfy the elective requirement at first renewal. Standard (non-first) renewals may count an additional 3-hour core course toward the elective requirement. All courses must be completed within the current 2-year license period (or the late-renewal period if applicable).

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How to renew your Real Estate license in New Hampshire

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission (within the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, OPLC) portal.
Complete the required 15 CE hours and confirm they appear in 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: Regulator is the NH Real Estate Commission, administered by the OPLC. Renewal is filed through the OPLC online portal (licenses.oplc.nh.gov). Fee caveat: the OPLC Real Estate License Fees page lists the Salesperson renewal fee as $99.00 (the page's first fee table, labeled 'Salesperson' below the table; confirmed in page metadata 'Salesperson ... Renewal Fee $99.00'); other license types such as Broker and Firm are $121.00. No separate late/penalty fee is published; missing the deadline triggers reinstatement ($99 reinstatement fee for salesperson) rather than a discrete late fee, so late_fee_usd is left null. CE Broker is the CE tracking system; the OPLC education page states CE Broker is currently required for licensees to track CE (a 2024 first-renewal notice described it as not yet mandatory, so status was transitional). Hours represent 3 core + 12 elective for active renewal.

Real Estate license renewal in New Hampshire: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Real Estate license in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire Real Estate licenses renew every 24 months. Salesperson licenses run on a 2-year cycle and must be renewed by the expiration date printed on the license. Under a recent statutory change, a license is deemed to lapse if the completed renewal application, fee, and supporting documents are not filed by the expiration date; licensees who miss that date can no longer simply renew and must reinstate (within 1 year) or reapply (if expired/lapsed more than 1 year).

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

Approximately 15 continuing-education hours per cycle. For an active-status renewal, a salesperson must complete at least one 3-hour Commission-accredited continuing education CORE course PLUS at least 12 elective hours (15 hours total per 2-year cycle), per Rea 403.01 and RSA 331-A:20. Elective topics include property valuation, construction, contract and agency law, ethics, financing and investment, land use and zoning, property management, taxation, environmental issues, and supervision/office management. FIRST renewal differs: salespersons licensed on/after Feb 1, 2024 must complete the 12 elective hours as POST-LICENSING courses covering four required topics (Purchase and Sales Agreements, Ethical Behavior, Disclosure Forms, Agency); these post-licensing courses satisfy the elective requirement at first renewal. Standard (non-first) renewals may count an additional 3-hour core course toward the elective requirement. All courses must be completed within the current 2-year license period (or the late-renewal period if applicable). Confirm the current requirement with the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission (within the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, OPLC).

Can I renew my New Hampshire Real Estate license online?

Yes — New Hampshire offers online renewal through the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission (within the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, OPLC). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my New Hampshire Real Estate license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission (within the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, OPLC) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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