Maine Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Maine
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete a 55-hour sales agent qualifying course covering industry overview, agency relationships, property valuation, financing, contracts, and Maine real estate laws.
Required Courses (55 hours total):
- • Sales Agent Qualifying Course (55 hours)
Must finish course with 75% or higher grade. Course valid for 1 year after completion. Sales agent license valid for 2 years and is nonrenewable; must upgrade to associate broker.
State Examination
Exam Name
Maine Real Estate Sales Agent Examination
Provider
Pearson VUE
Format
120 items (80 general practice, 40 Maine Law), 4 hours total (2.5h + 1.5h)
Passing Score
Scaled score of 75 (0-100 scale)
Exam Fee
$88
Retake Policy: Can retake after 24 hours; $88 fee per attempt. In-person testing only.
Background Check
Type: Name-based criminal records check (not fingerprinting)
Cost: $21
Sponsoring Broker
Must affiliate with a licensed Maine real estate brokerage agency
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $88 |
| Application Fee | $100 |
| Fingerprinting | $21 |
| Listed Fees | $209 |
Listed fees: application/license $100 + exam $88 + criminal records check $21 = $209. Course fees ($228-$570) are excluded.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$100
CE Required
21 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
21 hours of continuing education every 24 months, including 3 hours in a core course. Effective April 2025, the core course is 'Reasonable Care and Diligence.'
License Reciprocity
Maine offers an open endorsement route to out-of-state licensees in any jurisdiction: pass the Maine Law exam and provide verification of licensure in good standing.
Maine Real Estate Commission
- Official Website
- (207) 624-8521
- Apply Online
Helpful Tools
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Upgrade to Broker
Sales agent license valid for 2 years only. Must complete the 60-hour Associate Broker Course and upgrade within 5 years. No separate exam required for the associate broker upgrade.
- • 2 years experience required
- • 60 additional education hours
Last verified: 2026-01-12