How to become a real estate agent in Arizona
Arizona real estate agents are licensed by the Arizona Department of Real Estate. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed real estate agent in Arizona, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Who can become a real estate agent in Arizona?
- At least 18 years old
- Fingerprint Clearance Card from the Arizona Department of Public Safety
- Proof of authorized legal presence in the U.S.
- No license denied in the past year or revoked in the past two years
- Disclose any disciplinary actions or criminal history on the disclosure form
Arizona real estate agent license requirements
| Licensed by | Arizona Department of Real Estate |
|---|---|
| License name | Real Estate Salesperson |
| Education or training | 90-hour salesperson pre-licensing course (completed within 10 years of applying) plus a 6-hour contract writing course (completed within 2 years of applying). |
| Exam | Pearson VUE administers the exam for ADRE in two parts, General and State-Specific; apply within one year of passing. |
| Works under a broker | Yes. By statute a real estate salesperson acts for or on behalf of a licensed real estate broker. |
| License term | Two years; renew on or before the last day of the month the license was issued. |
| Continuing education | 24 credit hours of approved continuing education every two-year renewal period; since January 1, 2025 this includes one hour each on Firewise, Deed Fraud and Arizona Water. |
| Reciprocity | Under out-of-state license recognition (A.R.S. 32-4302), people licensed for at least one year in another state with no discipline can apply with reduced exam and education requirements. |
How much does it cost?
| Examination application and examination fee (combined) | $75 |
|---|---|
| Original salesperson license fee | $50 |
| Real Estate Recovery Fund | $10 |
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 Arizona
- Complete the 90-hour salesperson pre-licensing course
- Pass the Pearson VUE General and State-Specific exams
- Complete the 6-hour contract writing course
- Get a DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Submit the salesperson application with score reports, certificates and proof of legal presence within one year of the exam
- Go to work under a licensed broker
Apply on the official Arizona site
How do you check a real estate agent's license in Arizona?
- Search the name or license number on the official Arizona 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.