How to become a real estate agent in Alaska
Alaska real estate agents are licensed by the Alaska Real Estate Commission (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing). Here is what it takes to work as a licensed real estate agent in Alaska, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Part of the state's website could not be reached when we checked, so some details come from Alaska law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become a real estate agent in Alaska?
- At least 19 years old
- Must work for a licensed broker
- Not under indictment for a felony or for forgery, theft, extortion, conspiracy to defraud creditors or fraud
- If convicted of a disqualifying crime, seven years must have passed since the sentence was completed
- U.S. Social Security Number on file (or approved exemption)
Alaska real estate agent license requirements
| Licensed by | Alaska Real Estate Commission (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing) |
|---|---|
| License name | Real Estate Salesperson |
| Education or training | 40 classroom hours of approved pre-licensing education (certificate valid 18 months), plus 30 hours of post-licensing education within one year of licensure. |
| Exam | Pearson VUE administers the Alaska Real Estate Salesperson exam; scores are valid for six months, so you must file a complete application before then. |
| Works under a broker | Yes. You must work for a licensed broker. The application includes an Employing Broker Information form signed by the broker. |
| License term | Two years; all licenses expire January 31 of even-numbered years (licenses issued within 90 days of that date run to the next biennial expiration). |
| Continuing education | 20 hours of continuing education per renewal, in addition to the 30-hour post-licensing requirement for new licensees. |
| Reciprocity | There is a salesperson-by-endorsement route: licensees from other states show equivalent 40-hour education, pass the Alaska portion of the exam and pay the same fees. |
How much does it cost?
| Nonrefundable application fee | $200 |
|---|---|
| License fee | $120 |
| Recovery Fund fee | $50 |
Fees as listed by the state. Schools, courses, exam prep, insurance and equipment cost extra and vary by provider.
Steps to become a real estate agent in Alaska
- Complete 40 hours of approved pre-licensing education
- Pass the Alaska salesperson exam through Pearson VUE
- Get errors and omissions (E&O) insurance
- Arrange employment with a licensed broker (Employing Broker Information form)
- Apply within six months of the exam with fees, score sheet, education certificate, E&O proof and any license verifications
- Complete 30 hours of post-licensing education within one year and file the PLE affidavit
Apply on the official Alaska site
How do you check a real estate agent's license in Alaska?
- Search the name or license number on the official Alaska real estate agent license lookup.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the person or company you're hiring.
- Ask how long they've been licensed and whether any complaints or discipline are on record.