How to renew your real estate license in Arkansas
Arkansas real estate licenses must be renewed annually through the Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC). To maintain an active Arkansas real estate salesperson or broker license, licensees must complete continuing education requirements, submit a renewal application, and pay the required renewal fee before the annual renewal deadline.
- Arkansas real estate license renewal steps
- Step 1: Complete your continuing education requirements
- Step 2: Access the AREC online renewal portal or submit your renewal by mail
- Step 3: Submit your renewal application and pay your renewal fee
- Quick renewal facts
- Continue growing beyond renewal requirements
- FAQs
Arkansas real estate license renewal steps
Arkansas real estate licenses expire on December 31 each year. Licensees may renew early beginning in mid-July. Renew before September 30 to avoid higher renewal fees.
Step 1
Complete your continuing education requirements
Before renewing your license, complete all required continuing education.
Arkansas salesperson continuing education requirements: 7 hours
Currently, salespersons must complete:
- 3-hour Required Agency Representation & Compensation Course
- 3-hour elective continuing education course
- 1-hour Required Safety Course
Principal, Executive, and Associate Broker continuing education requirements: 7 hours
Important continuing education reminders:
- Continuing education is required for active renewals only
- Continuing education providers must be approved by AREC
- Licensees are responsible for confirming CE was properly reported
- Continuing education must be completed before renewal deadlines
If continuing education is not reported before renewal processing, the license will be placed on inactive status.
Post-licensure education requirements
Post-licensure education is separate from continuing education. New Arkansas licensees must complete post-licensure education within 6 months of the license application date.
Pro Tip: AREC recommends completing continuing education several weeks before September 30 to avoid processing delays and inactive status issues.
Step 2
Access the AREC online renewal portal or submit your renewal by mail
Arkansas real estate licenses may be renewed online through the AREC Online Services Portal or by mail using the official renewal form.
Online renewal requirements
To renew online, licensees must provide:
- Complete license number including all zeros
- Date of birth in mm/dd/yyyy format
Mail renewal requirements
For mail renewals, renewal fees must be submitted together with the correct renewal form to avoid delays in processing.
Mailing address:
Arkansas Real Estate Commission
612 South Summit Street
Little Rock, AR 72201-4740
Step 3
Submit your renewal application and pay your renewal fee
Renewal fees before or on September 30
- Broker renewal fee: $80
- Salesperson renewal fee: $60
Renewal fees after September 30
- Broker renewal fee: $110
- Salesperson renewal fee: $80
If a license is placed on inactive status due to missing CE requirements, a $30 activation fee applies to reactivate.
After submitting renewal:
- Save your payment confirmation
- Verify your updated license status through the AREC online roster
- Confirm your expiration date reflects the next calendar year
Updated license records are generally processed and mailed by the end of December.
Quick renewal facts
Here are a few additional renewal details to keep in mind before submitting your application.
- Renewal cycle: Annual
- License expiration date: December 31
- Early renewal available from: Mid-July
- Reduced fee deadline: September 30
- Salesperson continuing education requirement: 7 hours
- Principal, Executive, and Associate Broker continuing education requirement: 7 hours
- Online renewal available: Yes
- Salesperson renewal fee (on or before September 30): $60
- Broker renewal fee (on or before September 30): $80
- Salesperson renewal fee (after September 30): $80
- Broker renewal fee (after September 30): $110
- Activation fee for inactive licenses: $30
- Continuing education required for inactive renewal: No
What happens if your Arkansas real estate license expires?
Arkansas licensees who fail to renew before December 31 may enter inactive or expired status depending on continuing education completion and renewal timing.
Inactive license status
Licenses may become inactive if:
- Continuing education is incomplete
- Renewal requirements are not fully satisfied
- The licensee voluntarily requests inactive status
Inactive licensees may not legally practice real estate.
Reactivating an inactive Arkansas license
To reactivate an inactive license, licensees generally must:
- Complete any required continuing education
- Submit an Activation form
- Pay the $30 activation fee
Expired licenses and reinstatement
Arkansas allows reinstatement for certain expired licenses. Licensees whose licenses have expired for extended periods may need to reapply under reinstatement guidelines, meet additional education requirements, or possibly retest depending on circumstances.
Licensees should contact AREC directly regarding specific reinstatement situations.
Continue growing beyond renewal requirements
A Colibri Real Estate CE Membership gives you access to continuing education, career development resources, and professional growth opportunities designed to support you beyond your next renewal.
Depending on your membership level, benefits may include:
- Unlimited access to state-approved continuing education courses in Arkansas
- Learning Snacks with short trainings, templates, checklists, and business resources
- Discounts on certifications like Certified Negotiation Expert, Certified Buyer Agent Expert, and Real Estate AI Specialist (Included FREE in a Pro or Premier package)
- AI MasterTracks training focused on using AI for lead generation, client communication, marketing workflows, and repeat business strategies
Whether you’re focused on staying compliant, building expertise, or growing your business, a Colibri Real Estate CE Membership helps you continue building momentum throughout your real estate career.
Are you licensed in multiple states? Multi-state membership options are available!
Colibri Real Estate also offers CE packages and individual courses for Arkansas real estate professionals.
FAQs
Yes. Arkansas real estate licenses may be renewed online through the AREC Online Services Portal.
Failure to renew before December 31 may result in inactive or expired license status and additional fees or reinstatement requirements.
Current renewal fees include:
– Salesperson renewal fee: $60 before September 30, $80 after
– Broker renewal fee: $80 before September 30, $110 after
No. Continuing education is not required for inactive license renewal.
However, CE may be required before reactivation to active status.
Inactive Arkansas licenses generally require:
– Completion of required continuing education
– Submission of an Activation form
– Payment of a $30 activation fee
Licensees may verify their renewal and active status through the AREC online roster and license lookup tools.
Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It’s ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure they are meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.