Arizona Real Estate Broker License
Requirements, fees, and steps to upgrade to broker
Experience Requirements
Must have been a licensed salesperson for three years within the five years immediately preceding the application.
Alternative Pathways:
Must submit Broker Candidate Experience Verification form.
Education Requirements
Complete 90 hours of broker pre-licensing education plus a 9-hour Broker Management Clinic from an ADRE-approved school.
Required Courses:
- 90 hours of Real Estate Broker Pre-Licensing Education
- 9-hour Broker Management Clinic
Education must be completed in classroom or online at an approved Arizona real estate school.
Broker Examination
Exam Name
Arizona Real Estate Broker Examination
Provider
ADRE-approved testing center
Format
State and national portions
Passing Score
75%
Exam Fee
$125
Retake Policy
Can retake upon failure; must apply within 1 year of passing
Fees
| Application Fee | $125 |
| Examination Fee | $125 |
| Background Check | $67 |
| Total | $317 |
Does not include pre-licensing course costs ($300-$500). Total cost typically $600-$900.
Timeline
Gain Experience
Complete 3 years as actively licensed salesperson within last 5 years
3+ years
Obtain Fingerprint Clearance Card
Submit fingerprints for background check
8-10 weeks
Complete Broker Education
Complete 90-hour pre-licensing course plus 9-hour Broker Management Clinic
4-8 weeks
Pass Broker Exam
Take and pass state and national exam portions
1-2 weeks
Submit Application
Apply within 1 year of passing exam
2-4 weeks
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$125
CE Hours Required
30 hours
Online Renewal
Available
30 hours of continuing education for Designated Brokers, Self-Employed Brokers, and Delegated Associate Brokers (effective January 1, 2025)
Reciprocity Agreements
Arizona does not have reciprocity agreements with other states.
Holders of equivalent licenses in other states may be exempt from national portion of exam under A.R.S. 32-2124(J).
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