How to renew your real estate license in New York
New York real estate salespersons, associate brokers, and brokers can renew their licenses online by completing continuing education and submitting renewal through eAccessNY before their expiration date.
New York real estate license renewal steps
Renew your license before your expiration date to avoid interruptions to your ability to practice real estate in New York. Your license renewal deadline is based on your individual expiration date, which occurs every two years from your original license issue date.
Step 1
Complete your continuing education requirements
Before renewing your license, complete all required continuing education.
Salesperson first-time renewal: 22.5 hours
All subsequent renewals: 22.5 hours
New York continuing education requirements include training in:
- Fair housing and discrimination
- Ethical business practices
- Cultural competency
- Implicit bias
- Agency law
- Recent legal matters
New York does not offer a grace period for expired real estate licenses, so it’s important to complete your continuing education before your expiration date.
Be sure to save your course completion certificates and confirm your continuing education has been reported properly before submitting your renewal application.
Pro Tip: Complete your continuing education at least 60–90 days before your expiration date to avoid last-minute reporting or renewal delays.
Step 2
Renew your license through eAccessNY
Log into your eAccessNY account through the New York Department of State website.
From the dashboard, select “Renew License.”
Salespersons and associate brokers must have an active sponsoring broker associated with their license before renewal can be completed. Brokers can renew independently through eAccessNY.
Step 3
Review your information, pay your renewal fee, and confirm approval
Before submitting your renewal:
- Verify your contact information
- Confirm your sponsoring broker details
- Confirm your continuing education has been completed and reported properly
After submitting payment:
- Save your confirmation page
- Monitor your renewal status through eAccessNY
- Verify your license status updates to “current” after approval
Renewal applications are reviewed by the Department of State after submission. Processing times may vary. If additional information is required, the Department of State will contact you directly.
Quick renewal facts
Here are a few additional renewal details to keep in mind before submitting your application.
- Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
- Renewal window: Opens 3 months before expiration
- Renewal method: Online through eAccessNY
- Continuing education required for first-time renewal: 22.5 hours
- Continuing education required for standard renewal: 22.5 hours
- Salesperson renewal fee: $55
- Broker renewal fee: $155
- Grace period: 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 your state
- 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 NY real estate professionals.
FAQs
If you do not renew your license, you cannot legally conduct real estate activities that require a real estate license.
New York does not allow you to continue practicing on an expired license.
If your license has expired:
– Less than two years: you may still be eligible to renew
– More than two years: you may need to complete current licensing education requirements and pass the state licensing exam again
New York allows licensees to renew for up to two years after their license expires. However, there is no grace period, and you cannot legally practice real estate while your license is expired.
If your license remains expired for more than two years, you may need to meet current education requirements and pass the New York state licensing exam again.
Yes. Attorneys admitted to the New York State Bar are exempt from real estate continuing education requirements.
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.