Georgia Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Georgia
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete 75 hours of pre-licensing education from an approved provider.
Required Courses (75 hours total):
- • Real Property Definitions
- • Property Valuation
- • Contracts
- • Financing
- • Georgia Real Estate Law
Applicants may take the exam at age 17 but cannot activate license until age 18.
State Examination
Exam Name
Georgia Real Estate Salesperson Examination
Provider
AMP/PSI
Format
152 scored questions (100 national + 52 state) plus up to 5 pretest questions; 4 hours total
Passing Score
75% on each section
Exam Fee
$119
Retake Policy: Must apply for license within 12 months of passing exam or retake exam
Background Check
Type: Criminal background check
Sponsoring Broker
Must work under a licensed Georgia real estate broker
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $119 |
| License Fee | $170 |
| Total Fees | $289 |
Exam $119 + License $170 = $289 minimum. Pre-licensing education costs $300-$700 additional.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 4 years
Renewal Fee
$125
CE Required
36 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
36 hours of continuing education required every 4 years (includes 3-hour license law course)
License Reciprocity
Georgia does not have reciprocity agreements. Out-of-state licensees must meet all Georgia requirements.
Georgia Real Estate Commission
- Official Website
- (404) 656-3916
- Apply Online
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Upgrade to Broker
Requires 3 years experience as salesperson plus 60 hours broker pre-license course
- • 3 years experience required
- • 60 additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12