How to become a real estate agent in Mississippi
Mississippi real estate agents are licensed by the Mississippi Real Estate Commission. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed real estate agent in Mississippi, 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 Mississippi law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become a real estate agent in Mississippi?
- At least 18 years old
- Mississippi resident before applying (nonresident licenses are separate)
- Complete 60 hours of approved real estate courses
- Fingerprint-based state and FBI criminal history check
Mississippi real estate agent license requirements
| Licensed by | Mississippi Real Estate Commission |
|---|---|
| License name | Real Estate Salesperson |
| Education or training | 60 hours of real estate courses from a college/community college or an MREC-approved pre-license education provider, completed before the exam; 30-hour post-license course required within 12 months of a temporary license. |
| Exam | Administered by PSI Services; state and national portions, both must be passed (national 70%, state 75% per the PSI candidate bulletin). |
| Works under a broker | Yes. Each salesperson license must designate a principal (responsible) broker; changing brokers requires notice to the Commission within 3 days. Errors and omissions insurance is also required. |
| License term | First license is a temporary license valid one year; after the 30-hour post-license course a permanent license is issued and renewed on the Commission's cycle (16 CE hours per two-year renewal). |
| Continuing education | 16 clock hours of approved coursework per two-year renewal; licensees who completed post-license education are exempt for the first permanent-license renewal. |
| Reciprocity | MREC may waive the exam or pre-license education for licensees from states with a current reciprocal agreement; requirements vary by state. |
How much does it cost?
| Salesperson application fee (statutory maximum, Miss. Code § 73-35-17) | $100 |
|---|---|
| PSI examination fee (one or both portions) | $75 |
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 Mississippi
- Complete 60 hours of approved pre-license courses
- Find a principal broker to hold your license
- Submit the resident salesperson application, fee and fingerprints to MREC
- After approval, schedule and pass both exam portions with PSI
- Receive a one-year temporary license
- Finish the 30-hour post-license course within 12 months to get a permanent license
How do you check a real estate agent's license in Mississippi?
- Ask for the license number and confirm it with the Mississippi Real Estate Commission.
- 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.