Idaho Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Idaho
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete 90 hours of approved pre-licensing education divided into two 45-hour modules. Must attend 100% of each course and pass final exam with 70% or higher.
Required Courses (90 hours total):
- • Module 1: Fundamental Real Estate Concepts (45 hours)
- • Module 2: Applied Skills in Listing, Selling, Buying, and Closing (45 hours)
Courses valid for 3 years preceding license application. May be taken live, via Zoom, or online self-paced.
State Examination
Exam Name
Idaho Real Estate Salesperson Examination
Provider
Pearson VUE
Format
General portion: 80 questions (150 min); State portion: 40 questions (90 min)
Passing Score
70 (scaled score) on each section
Exam Fee
$80
Retake Policy: Can retake individual sections; exam fee required per attempt
Background Check
Type: Fingerprint-based background check
Cost: $61
Sponsoring Broker
Must work under a licensed Idaho real estate broker
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $80 |
| Application Fee | $160 |
| Fingerprinting | $61 |
| Total Fees | $301 |
Application $160 + Exam $80 + Fingerprinting $61.25 = $301.25. Note: Fee Holiday beginning January 1, 2026 may affect fees.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$0
CE Required
24 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
24 hours of continuing education required for renewal
License Reciprocity
Idaho does not have reciprocity agreements. Out-of-state licensees must meet all Idaho requirements.
Idaho Real Estate Commission
- Official Website
- (208) 334-3233
- Apply Online
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Upgrade to Broker
Requires 2 years experience as licensed salesperson plus broker examination
- • 2 years experience required
- • additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12