How to become a real estate agent in Vermont
Vermont real estate agents are licensed by the Vermont Real Estate Commission (Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State). Here is what it takes to work as a licensed real estate agent in Vermont, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Who can become a real estate agent in Vermont?
- Complete the 40-hour pre-licensing course
- Pass the national and state exams
- Affiliate with a Vermont-licensed principal broker and registered office
Vermont real estate agent license requirements
| Licensed by | Vermont Real Estate Commission (Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State) |
|---|---|
| License name | Real Estate Salesperson |
| Education or training | 40-hour pre-licensing course |
| Exam | PSI provides the national exam, and the Vermont state exam is taken inside the online application. |
| Works under a broker | Yes. You must be affiliated with a Vermont principal broker and Vermont registered office. |
| License term | 2 years; licenses expire May 31 of even years |
| Continuing education | 8 hours of post-licensure education within 90 days of the first license, then 16 CE hours per renewal (not required for a first renewal under two years). |
| Reciprocity | Licensees from equivalent states may skip the 40-hour course and national exam; Fast-Track Endorsement applies after three years of practice, but all applicants take the state exam. |
How much does it cost?
| Salesperson application | $100 |
|---|---|
| Biennial renewal (OPR fee chart updated 7/1/2025) | $220 |
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 Vermont
- Complete the 40-hour course
- Pass the national exam with PSI
- Apply online with OPR and take the state exam inside the application
- Affiliate with a principal broker and registered office
- Complete 8 hours of post-licensure education within 90 days
Apply on the official Vermont site
How do you check a real estate agent's license in Vermont?
- Search the name or license number on the official Vermont 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.