Real Estate License Renewal in Washington (2026)

Real Estate license renewal in Washington is handled by the Washington State Department of Licensing (Real Estate Brokers Program), 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.

Washington Real Estate renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	An active real estate broker license is renewed every 2 years, with the renewal date set by the date the first license was issued. Renewal can be done up to 120 days before expiration. If not renewed by the expiration date the license expires; it can still be reinstated within one year of expiration, after which it is cancelled.
CE hours required	30 hours
Renewal fee	$233.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Washington State Department of Licensing (Real Estate Brokers Program)

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Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Washington State Department of Licensing (Real Estate Brokers Program). automated research workflow (official washington real estate commission), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Real Estates in Washington

For ongoing renewals (after the first renewal), brokers must complete at least 30 clock hours per 2-year cycle, including a 3-hour Current Issues in Washington Residential Real Estate course, a 3-hour Washington Real Estate Fair Housing course (required each renewal after the initial 6-hour fair housing course is taken once), and the remainder in other approved CE. At least 15 of the 30 hours must be completed within 24 months of the renewal date; up to 15 hours may come from coursework completed within 48 months if not previously used. The FIRST renewal is different: it requires 90 total hours, comprising a 30-hour Advanced Practices course, a 30-hour Real Estate Law course, the 3-hour Current Issues course, plus additional approved hours, along with the one-time 6-hour fair housing course.

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How to renew your Real Estate license in Washington

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Washington State Department of Licensing (Real Estate Brokers Program) portal.
Complete the required 30 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: Washington uses "broker" as the entry-level salesperson/agent license (regulated by the Dept of Licensing); "managing broker" is the higher/supervisory tier and was excluded. Renewal fee of $233 includes a mandatory $20 research fee. Late renewal costs $273 total (the $40 difference is the penalty/late fee). If a license is cancelled (not reinstated within one year of expiration), reinstatement requires a $40 late fee, a $100 reinstatement fee, and all previous renewal fees. Online renewal is via SecureAccess Washington (SAW). No third-party CE tracking system (e.g., CE Broker) is used; CE compliance is certified during the renewal process and DOL maintains an approved course search.

Real Estate license renewal in Washington: frequently asked questions

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

Washington Real Estate licenses renew every 24 months. An active real estate broker license is renewed every 2 years, with the renewal date set by the date the first license was issued. Renewal can be done up to 120 days before expiration. If not renewed by the expiration date the license expires; it can still be reinstated within one year of expiration, after which it is cancelled.

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

Approximately 30 continuing-education hours per cycle. For ongoing renewals (after the first renewal), brokers must complete at least 30 clock hours per 2-year cycle, including a 3-hour Current Issues in Washington Residential Real Estate course, a 3-hour Washington Real Estate Fair Housing course (required each renewal after the initial 6-hour fair housing course is taken once), and the remainder in other approved CE. At least 15 of the 30 hours must be completed within 24 months of the renewal date; up to 15 hours may come from coursework completed within 48 months if not previously used. The FIRST renewal is different: it requires 90 total hours, comprising a 30-hour Advanced Practices course, a 30-hour Real Estate Law course, the 3-hour Current Issues course, plus additional approved hours, along with the one-time 6-hour fair housing course. Confirm the current requirement with the Washington State Department of Licensing (Real Estate Brokers Program).

Can I renew my Washington Real Estate license online?

Yes — Washington offers online renewal through the Washington State Department of Licensing (Real Estate Brokers Program). Use the official link on this page.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $40 may apply. Contact the Washington State Department of Licensing (Real Estate Brokers Program) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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