Real Estate License Renewal in South Carolina (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in South Carolina is handled by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission (within the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation), 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.

South Carolina Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Licenses renew biennially and expire on June 30; roughly half of licensees expire in even years and half in odd years. The online renewal window opens around April 1 (May in some cycles) and closes June 30. Licenses not renewed by June 30 become lapsed, with 24 months from expiration to reinstate before cancellation.
CE hours required	10 hours
Renewal fee	$45.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CE Broker
Governing body	South Carolina Real Estate Commission (within the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation)

Go to the official South Carolina Real Estate Commission (within the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the South Carolina Real Estate Commission (within the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation). automated research workflow (official south-carolina real estate commission), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in South Carolina

Active Associate (salesperson) and Broker licensees must complete 10 hours of CE per biennial renewal cycle: 4 hours must be the mandatory/core course and the remaining 6 hours may be electives. CE must be completed before submitting the renewal and is reported through CE Broker. There is no separate first-renewal post-licensing CE distinction noted for associates (initial pre-license education is separate). Long-tenured licensees may qualify for partial exemption (25+ years, core course only) or full exemption (25+ years and age 65+). Inactive licensees are not required to complete CE until reactivation.

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How to renew your Real Estate license in South Carolina

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the South Carolina Real Estate Commission (within the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) portal.
Complete the required 10 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: In South Carolina the standard active salesperson/agent license is officially called the "Associate" license; its renewal fee is $45 (Broker is $55; Broker-in-Charge $75 per office). The $15/month is technically a reinstatement (per-month) fee applied once a license has lapsed after June 30, not a simple grace-period late fee. Criminal background checks are required only every third renewal cycle (not required for the current cycle). Property Managers, Property Manager-in-Charge, and Timeshare Salespersons are NOT required to take CE. Statutory basis: S.C. Code § 40-57-340 (CE) and § 40-57-110 (lapse/reinstatement).

Real Estate license renewal in South Carolina: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Real Estate license in South Carolina?

South Carolina Real Estate licenses renew every 24 months. Licenses renew biennially and expire on June 30; roughly half of licensees expire in even years and half in odd years. The online renewal window opens around April 1 (May in some cycles) and closes June 30. Licenses not renewed by June 30 become lapsed, with 24 months from expiration to reinstate before cancellation.

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

Approximately 10 continuing-education hours per cycle. Active Associate (salesperson) and Broker licensees must complete 10 hours of CE per biennial renewal cycle: 4 hours must be the mandatory/core course and the remaining 6 hours may be electives. CE must be completed before submitting the renewal and is reported through CE Broker. There is no separate first-renewal post-licensing CE distinction noted for associates (initial pre-license education is separate). Long-tenured licensees may qualify for partial exemption (25+ years, core course only) or full exemption (25+ years and age 65+). Inactive licensees are not required to complete CE until reactivation. Confirm the current requirement with the South Carolina Real Estate Commission (within the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation).

Can I renew my South Carolina Real Estate license online?

Yes — South Carolina offers online renewal through the South Carolina Real Estate Commission (within the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my South Carolina Real Estate license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $15 may apply. Contact the South Carolina Real Estate Commission (within the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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