Oregon Real Estate Broker License
Requirements, fees, and steps to upgrade to broker
Experience Requirements
No prior experience required for initial broker license in Oregon.
Alternative Pathways:
Principal broker requires additional qualifications and experience beyond broker license.
Education Requirements
Complete 150 hours of broker pre-license education from OREA-approved providers.
Required Courses:
- 150 hours of required broker pre-license education
Must have high school diploma, GED, or equivalent international qualification.
Broker Examination
Exam Name
Oregon Real Estate Broker Examination
Provider
PSI
Format
130 questions: 80 national (120 min) and 50 state-specific (75 min), total 195 minutes
Passing Score
75% on both portions
Exam Fee
$75
Retake Policy
Exam scores valid for one year. Must reapply if scores expire.
Fees
| Application Fee | $300 |
| Examination Fee | $75 |
| Background Check | $61 |
| Total | $436 |
Does not include pre-licensing course costs. OREA sends Applicant ID within 1-2 business days of application.
Timeline
Complete Pre-License Education
Complete 150 hours of broker pre-license courses
4-8 weeks
Submit Application
Apply through OREA eLicense portal with $300 fee
1-2 days
Complete Fingerprinting
Complete fingerprint certification and background check at PSI
1-2 weeks
Pass Broker Examination
Schedule and pass the 130-question broker exam
1-2 weeks
Receive License
License issued after passing exam with valid background check
1-2 weeks
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$300
CE Hours Required
30 hours
Online Renewal
Available
Continuing education including Law and Rule Required Course (LARRC) and State/Federal Fair Housing course required before renewal (effective Jan 1, 2026).
Reciprocity Agreements
Oregon does not have reciprocity agreements with other states.
Oregon has reciprocal agreements with Alabama, Alberta (Canada), Georgia, Nebraska, and South Dakota.
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