Real Estate License Renewal in Texas (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in Texas is handled by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), 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.

Texas Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	A sales agent license must be renewed every two years; a renewal notice is sent about 90 days before expiration and you cannot renew until you receive it. To avoid extra fees, submit the renewal and fee no later than the expiration date. You may late-renew up to six months after expiration (license is placed on inactive status); from six months to two years past expiration you must apply for reinstatement, and after two years you must reapply and pass the exam.
CE hours required	18 hours
Renewal fee	$66.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)

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Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in Texas

Active sales agents must complete 18 hours of approved Continuing Education each two-year cycle: 8 hours of TREC Legal Update I and II (4 hours each), 3 hours of contract-related coursework, and 7 hours of elective CE. Agents made a supervisor by their broker must include the 6-hour Broker Responsibility course within those 18 hours. First-time renewals are different: instead of standard CE, agents must complete Sales Apprentice Education (SAE) totaling 270 qualifying real estate course hours (which must include the 30-hour Real Estate Brokerage course) plus 4 hours each of Legal Update I and II; SAE cannot be deferred. Renewing on inactive status requires no CE. If renewing active without completing CE by the expiration date, a $200 CE Deferral Fee buys a 60-day extension.

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How to renew your Real Estate license in Texas

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) portal.
Complete the required 18 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: Fee figures are from the TREC Fee Schedule effective December 15, 2025. The base sales-agent renewal fee is $66.00; the published total (including a $4 Texas Online fee and $40 Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center fee) is $110.00. Late renewal under 90 days adds a $33 late fee (total $143); late renewal over 90 days (up to six months) adds another $33 for a $66 late surcharge (total $176) and the license is renewed on inactive status with no CE deferral allowed. A separate $200 CE Deferral Fee applies to active renewals where CE is not yet complete. Renewal is done through TREC's REALM Portal (Accela). TREC tracks CE on the licensee's record via the portal; no third-party CE Broker system is used (CE Broker is not the Texas tracking vendor). Fingerprinting for a background check is required if not previously submitted.

Real Estate license renewal in Texas: frequently asked questions

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

Texas Real Estate licenses renew every 24 months. A sales agent license must be renewed every two years; a renewal notice is sent about 90 days before expiration and you cannot renew until you receive it. To avoid extra fees, submit the renewal and fee no later than the expiration date. You may late-renew up to six months after expiration (license is placed on inactive status); from six months to two years past expiration you must apply for reinstatement, and after two years you must reapply and pass the exam.

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

Approximately 18 continuing-education hours per cycle. Active sales agents must complete 18 hours of approved Continuing Education each two-year cycle: 8 hours of TREC Legal Update I and II (4 hours each), 3 hours of contract-related coursework, and 7 hours of elective CE. Agents made a supervisor by their broker must include the 6-hour Broker Responsibility course within those 18 hours. First-time renewals are different: instead of standard CE, agents must complete Sales Apprentice Education (SAE) totaling 270 qualifying real estate course hours (which must include the 30-hour Real Estate Brokerage course) plus 4 hours each of Legal Update I and II; SAE cannot be deferred. Renewing on inactive status requires no CE. If renewing active without completing CE by the expiration date, a $200 CE Deferral Fee buys a 60-day extension. Confirm the current requirement with the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC).

Can I renew my Texas Real Estate license online?

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

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $33 may apply. Contact the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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