How to become a real estate agent in Missouri
Missouri real estate agents are licensed by the Missouri Real Estate Commission. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed real estate agent in Missouri, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Who can become a real estate agent in Missouri?
- At least 18 years old
- Fingerprinted for a Missouri and FBI background check through IDEMIA (IdentoGO), MREC code 0004
- Complete the 48-hour pre-exam salesperson course and the 24-hour Missouri Real Estate Practice (MREP) course
- Licensed attorneys may skip the education requirement
Missouri real estate agent license requirements
| Licensed by | Missouri Real Estate Commission |
|---|---|
| License name | Salesperson |
| Education or training | 48-hour pre-exam salesperson course from an accredited Missouri school, then the 24-hour Missouri Real Estate Practice Course (MREP); apply within six months of finishing the 48-hour course. |
| Exam | Administered by PSI; national and state portions, both must be passed. |
| Works under a broker | Yes. The application's Section 7 must be completed and signed by the sponsoring broker. |
| License term | Two years; current salesperson period runs October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2028. |
| Continuing education | 12 hours every two-year period, including at least 3 core hours; for 2026-2028 the core course must be Fair Housing. |
| Reciprocity | Active licensees from another jurisdiction pass only the state portion of the exam and take the 24-hour MREP course; the 48-hour course is waived. |
How much does it cost?
| Salesperson license application | $100 |
|---|---|
| Examination (both portions or one portion) | $52 |
| Salesperson renewal (2026-2028 period) | $65 |
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 Missouri
- Complete the 48-hour pre-exam salesperson course
- Register with MACHS and get fingerprinted through IdentoGO
- Schedule and pass both portions of the PSI exam
- Complete the 24-hour MREP course
- Have a sponsoring broker sign your application
- Submit the application and $100 fee within six months of the 48-hour course
Apply on the official Missouri site
How do you check a real estate agent's license in Missouri?
- Search the name or license number on the official Missouri 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.