UTAH REAL ESTATE LICENSE RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS

Renewal Cycle: 2 Years
Renewal Deadline: End of the month of issuance

CE Requirement: 18 hours
Required Courses:

[siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Button_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget]

UTAH REAL ESTATE LICENSE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I renew my Utah real estate license?

Licenses can be renewed no sooner than 6 weeks prior and no later than the expiration date.

    1. Complete 18 hours of continuing education
    2. Renew your license online logging into the Utah License Management System.

How much does it cost to renew my Utah real estate license?

Broker: $66.00
Sales Agent: $60.00

What happens if my Utah real estate license expires?

Utah real estate professionals may not work if their license has expired. Licenses can be reinstated for up to a year, steps for renewal and fees vary depending on how far past your expiration date you are.

Do I need continuing education if my Utah real estate license is inactive?

No, you do not need continuing education to renew as inactive so long as you renew on time.  If you miss your renewal date by more than 30 days you must complete continuing education and pay a $50 late fee.

  • Licenses lapsed less than 30 days require no additional continuing education and a fee of $110 for sales agents and $116 for brokers.
  • Licenses lapsed 30 days-6 months require 24 additional hours of continuing education and a fee of
    • $15 for inactive
    • $160 for sales agents
    • $166 for brokers
    • $100 reinstatement fee
  • Licenses lapsed for more than 1 year cannot be renewed. You must reapply for licensure as a new applicant.

Does Utah have reciprocity with any other state?

Yes. Utah offers reciprocity with Georgia, Mississippi, and Alberta Canada. Agents seeking reciprocity must submit

  • Reciprocity Application
  • Original and certified license history for all jurisdictions where you’ve held a  license
  •  Principal and Branch Brokers must provide a notarized letter on your company’s letterhead, signed by an officer, giving you permission to use the company name.
  • Two fingerprint cards a fingerprint waiver
  • Sales Agent – $152 fee
  • Broker – $158 fee
  • Certificate of Legal Presence

INITIAL LICENSING INFORMATION

How do I obtain a Utah real estate license?

  1. You must be at least 18 years of age
  2. You must have a high school diploma
  3. Take 120 hours of approved education – approved providers are listed here.
  4. Pass the Sales Agent exam. You must request within 90 days of passing the exam. – Sign up to take the exam.
  5. Submit an application to the division along with a $152 fee.

How many questions are on the Utah real estate exam?

The exam consists of 80 questions, you must get 60 correct.

Contact Information

Utah Division of Real Estate
PO Box 146711
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6711
Phone: (801) 530-6747
E-Mail Address: realestate@utah.gov
Fax: (801) 530-6749

Licensing Resources – Frequently Asked Questions

[page_updated]