Alabama Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Alabama
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete 60 hours of pre-licensing education from an AREC-approved school with a minimum grade of 70%.
Required Courses (60 hours total):
- • 60-hour pre-license course from AREC-approved provider
After course completion, you have 6 months to pass the licensing exam or must retake the course.
State Examination
Exam Name
Alabama Real Estate Salesperson Examination
Provider
PSI
Format
140 multiple-choice questions (100 national, 40 state)
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$79
Retake Policy: Can retake upon failure with additional fee
Background Check
Type: Fingerprinting
Cost: $48
Sponsoring Broker
Must affiliate with a licensed Alabama broker to practice
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $79 |
| License Fee | $210 |
| Fingerprinting | $48 |
| Total Fees | $337 |
Does not include pre-licensing education costs. License application must be submitted within 90 days of passing exam.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$185
CE Required
15 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
15 hours of AREC-approved continuing education. Maximum 9 hours per calendar day. Must be completed by September 30 of even years.
License Reciprocity
Alabama has reciprocity agreements with several states. Contact AREC for specific requirements.
Alabama Real Estate Commission
- Official Website
- (334) 242-5544
- Apply Online
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Upgrade to Broker
Requires 2 years active experience as salesperson plus 60 additional hours of broker education
- • 2 years experience required
- • 60 additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12