Get California Certified License

Licenses are issued for a four-year period and should be renewed prior to the expiration date listed on the license. As a reminder, the DRE mails a renewal reminder letter to the licensee's mailing address of record approximately 60 days prior to the license expiration date.

To get a California real estate license online, you must first complete the following three 45-hour courses for a total of 135 credit hours. Next, you need to apply online using CDRE's online application service. Finally, you must pass the state and national portions of the exam with a score of 70% or higher.

TL;DR: Getting a real estate license in California typically takes 3-6 months. The process includes completing a pre-licensing course, passing the state exam, and completing background checks. The timeline may vary depending on individual circumstances.

In order to print a license certificate, licensees will need to register on eLicensing by setting up an account with a username and password. Once you have registered on eLicensing and have logged into your account, you will see a list of menu options, including an option to print your license certificate.

In order to print a license certificate, licensees will need to register on eLicensing by setting up an account with a username and password. Once you have registered on eLicensing and have logged into your account, you will see a list of menu options, including an option to print your license certificate.

You can instead check the license status by calling 877-373-4542. Business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. You can also send a fax to 916-263-8943. On your cover letter, provide your own fax number or contact information so that the Bureau can provide the license status of the real estate broker.

Licenses are issued for a four-year period and should be renewed prior to the expiration date listed on the license. As a reminder, the DRE mails a renewal reminder letter to the licensee's mailing address of record approximately 60 days prior to the license expiration date.

If you fail to complete the renewal process before your expiration, your license will become involuntary inactive, at which point you will have 12 months to complete the required continuing education, pay the renewal fee, and a late fee. You will not be eligible to operate while your license is involuntary inactive.