Washington Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Washington
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete 90 hours of approved pre-license education from DOL-approved schools.
Required Courses (90 hours total):
- • Real Estate Fundamentals (60 hours)
- • Real Estate Practice (30 hours)
Education must be completed within 2 years of applying for the exam.
State Examination
Exam Name
Washington Real Estate Broker Examination
Provider
PSI
Format
130 multiple-choice questions (100 national + 30 state), 3.5 hours
Passing Score
70 scaled score on both portions
Exam Fee
$210
Retake Policy: Can retake upon failure; $138.25 per retake. Must pass both portions within 6 months of each other.
Background Check
Type: Fingerprint-based background check via IdentoGo
Cost: $44
Sponsoring Broker
Must affiliate with a licensed Washington managing broker or designated broker
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $210 |
| Application Fee | $223 |
| License Fee | $146 |
| Fingerprinting | $44 |
| Total Fees | $643 |
Includes $223 application, $210 exam, $146.25 license, $44 fingerprinting, plus $20 research fee. Optional $5 print fee for mailed license.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$146
CE Required
30 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
30 hours of continuing education every 2 years. Fingerprint-based background check renewal required every 6 years.
License Reciprocity
Washington has no formal reciprocity agreements. Out-of-state agents with equivalent licensing may waive education but must complete background check and other requirements.
Washington State Department of Licensing - Real Estate
- Official Website
- (360) 664-6488
- Apply Online
Helpful Tools
Upgrade to Broker
Requires 3 years full-time experience as broker, 90 hours of managing broker courses, and passing the managing broker exam
- • 3 years experience required
- • 90 additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12