How to renew your real estate license in Florida
Florida real estate licenses must be renewed every two years through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). To renew an active license, real estate sales associates and brokers must complete required education, submit a renewal application, and pay the required renewal fee before the expiration date.
- Florida real estate license renewal steps
- Step 1: Complete your continuing education or post-license requirements
- Step 2: Verify your information and education status with DBPR
- Step 3: Submit your renewal application and pay your renewal fee
- Quick renewal facts
- Continue growing beyond renewal requirements
- FAQs
Florida real estate license renewal steps
Florida real estate licenses expire every two years on either March 31 or September 30, depending on the original license issue date. Renew your license before the expiration date to avoid interruptions to your ability to practice real estate in Florida.
Step 1
Complete your continuing education or post-license requirements
Before renewing your license, complete all required education for your license type and renewal cycle.
First-time sales associate renewal requirements: 45-hour post-licensing course
Florida sales associates renewing for the first time must complete 45 hours of state-approved post-license education before the expiration date listed on the license.
Failure to complete required first-time post-license education by the expiration date causes the license to become null and void. Licensees whose licenses become null and void must restart the licensing process.
First-time broker renewal requirements: 60-hour post-licensing course
Florida brokers renewing for the first time must complete 60 hours of state-approved post-license education before the expiration date listed on the license.
Failure to complete post-license education before the expiration date causes the license to become null and void.
Continuing education requirements for current active licensees: 14 hours
After the first renewal cycle, current active Florida real estate licensees must complete the required continuing education hours. Continuing education courses may be completed online or in a classroom setting through approved providers.
Florida Bar members in active/good standing are exempt from the standard continuing education requirement.
Be sure to save your course completion certificates and maintain copies for your records in case of reporting issues or audits.
Pro Tip: Complete your education requirements at least several weeks before your expiration date to allow time for provider reporting and renewal processing.
Step 2
Verify your information and education status with DBPR
Before renewing your license, log into your DBPR online account at MyFloridaLicense.com and verify your information is accurate.
Before submitting your renewal application:
- Confirm your email address is current
- Verify your mailing address
- Confirm your employer or broker relationship is correct
- Verify all education hours have been reported properly
DBPR sends renewal notifications and updates to the email address on file.
If your broker or employer information is incorrect, your broker/employer must update the relationship through their DBPR online account.
Step 3
Submit your renewal application and pay your renewal fee
Florida real estate license renewals may be completed online through MyFloridaLicense.com or by mailing the renewal notice and fee to DBPR.
Before midnight Eastern Standard Time on the expiration date, licensees must:
- Complete all required education
- Submit the renewal application
- Pay the renewal fee
If the expiration date falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline extends to midnight Eastern Standard Time on the next business day.
After submitting payment:
- Save your payment confirmation
- Download and print your renewed license if needed
Failure to complete standard renewal requirements by the expiration date causes the license to become involuntarily inactive.
Quick renewal facts
Here are a few additional renewal details to keep in mind before submitting your application.
- Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
- License expiration dates: March 31 or September 30
- First-time sales associate post-license requirement: 45 hours
- First-time broker post-license requirement: 60 hours
- Standard continuing education requirement: 14 hours
- Renewal method: Online through MyFloridaLicense.com or by mail
- Grace period after expiration: None
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 Florida
- 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 Florida real estate professionals.
FAQs
Florida does not provide a grace period for real estate license renewal.
If renewal requirements are not completed by the expiration date, the license becomes involuntarily inactive immediately.
Practicing real estate with an inactive or expired license is prohibited.
Yes. Florida involuntary inactive licensees may reactivate their license within 24 months after expiration by completing the required reactivation education and paying renewal fees.
If the license remains involuntary inactive for more than 24 months, the license becomes null and void and the individual must complete the licensing process again.
Post-license education is required only for first-time renewals and consists of:
– 45 hours for sales associates
– 60 hours for brokers
Continuing education applies to current active licensees after the first renewal cycle and currently requires 14 hours every two years.
Failure to complete post-license education before the first renewal expiration date causes the license to become null and void.
Licensees whose licenses become null and void must restart the licensing process.
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.