How to renew your real estate license in South Carolina
South Carolina real estate licenses must be renewed every two years through the South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SCREC). To renew an active license, salespersons, brokers, and broker-in-charge licensees must complete continuing education requirements, submit a renewal application online, and pay the required renewal fee before the license expiration date.
South Carolina real estate license renewal steps
South Carolina real estate licenses expire on June 30 of even-numbered years. Renew your license before the expiration date to avoid interruptions to your ability to practice real estate in South Carolina.
Step 1
Complete your continuing education requirements
Before renewing your license, complete all required continuing education.
South Carolina salesperson and broker continuing education requirements: 10 hours
South Carolina broker-in-charge continuing education requirements: 10 hours
Property manager and timeshare continuing education requirements: South Carolina property managers, property-manager-in-charge licensees, and timeshare salespersons are not required to complete continuing education.
Inactive license continuing education requirements: Inactive licensees are not required to complete continuing education while inactive. However, continuing education must be completed before reactivating to active status.
Important continuing education reminders:
- Continuing education is due during the open renewal period (April–June of the expiration year)
- Continuing education exemptions must be reported during the open renewal period
- Continuing education courses must be approved by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission
- Georgia resident licensees who satisfy Georgia CE requirements may qualify for South Carolina CE reciprocity through CE Broker
Pro Tip: Complete continuing education early during the renewal cycle to avoid last-minute issues and renewal delays.
Step 2
Access the South Carolina renewal portal
South Carolina real estate license renewals are completed online through the Commission’s licensing portal.
Before renewing:
- Verify your license expiration date using the LLR Licensee Lookup Tool
- Confirm your continuing education has been completed and reported
- Verify your contact information is current
Licensees may not submit renewal applications before April 1 of the renewal year.
Step 3
Submit your renewal application and pay your renewal fee
Current South Carolina renewal fees include:
- Associate license renewal fee: $45
- Broker or property manager renewal fee: $55
After submitting payment:
- Save your renewal confirmation
- Verify your updated license status online
- Download or print your updated license information for your records
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 date: June 30 of even-numbered years
- Renewal portal opens: April 1 of renewal year
- Salesperson and broker continuing education requirement: 10 hours
- Broker-in-charge continuing education requirement: 10 hours
- Inactive license CE requirement: None
- Associate renewal fee: $45
- Broker renewal fee: $55
- Reinstatement period allowed: 24 months after expiration
- Reinstatement fee accumulation: $15 per month during reinstatement period
- Online renewal available: Yes
What happens if your South Carolina real estate license expires?
South Carolina licensees who fail to renew by June 30 enter lapsed status and may not legally practice real estate until reinstatement is completed.
Reinstatement period
Lapsed licensees have 24 months from the expiration date to complete reinstatement.
Reinstatement requirements
To reinstate a South Carolina real estate license, licensees generally must:
- Complete required continuing education
- Submit reinstatement application
- Pay all applicable fees and monthly reinstatement penalties
Failure to reinstate within 24 months results in license cancellation.
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 South Carolina
- 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 South Carolina real estate professionals.
FAQs
The renewal period opens April 1 during the renewal year for licenses expiring June 30.
If you fail to renew by June 30, your license becomes lapsed and you may not legally practice real estate until reinstatement is completed.
South Carolina allows license reinstatement for up to 24 months after expiration.
Reinstatement fees include the renewal fee plus $15 per month during the reinstatement period.
Yes. South Carolina real estate licenses may be renewed online through the Commission’s licensing portal.
No. South Carolina property managers and property-manager-in-charge licensees are not currently required to complete continuing education for renewal.
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.