Eligibility essentials
Applicants must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and complete the approved pre-licensing coursework before the exam.
Florida real estate license
Florida Real Estate License Requirements and Steps
Use this current Florida sales associate licensing guide to check eligibility, complete the required education, submit the DBPR application and fingerprints, schedule the state exam, and activate the license with a broker.
Written by Casa Academy editorial team. Reviewed by Alessandro Danieli, Florida real estate instructor, on July 23, 2026.
Step-by-step timeline
Florida licensing timeline
Follow the numbered sequence and keep the course, application, and fingerprint work moving in parallel where Florida permits it.
- 1
Confirm you qualify
Be at least 18, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and have a U.S. Social Security number. Limited education exemptions apply to qualifying Florida attorneys and four-year real estate degree holders.
- 2
Apply with DBPR
Submit the Sales Associate Initial Application (RE 1). DBPR says the course is not required when you file, so you can start the application while studying.
- 3
Submit electronic fingerprints
Use an FDLE-registered Livescan provider immediately after applying. DBPR says fingerprint results can take up to five days to reach the department.
- 4
Complete the approved 63-hour course
Finish the Florida sales associate pre-license course and keep the completion certificate. DBPR says the course completion is valid for two years.
- 5
Schedule and pass the state exam
After DBPR authorizes you, schedule the Pearson VUE salesperson exam, bring the required documents, and earn the passing score.
- 6
Activate with a broker
Passing creates a license number, but the license is not active until you affiliate with a qualifying broker and complete the activation process.
Fees checked July 23, 2026
Current Florida real estate license costs
These are the published charges for Casa’s course and the core application steps. Provider fees and sale pricing can change, so confirm every amount before payment.
| Criteria | Current cost | Paid to | What to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa 63-hour course | $79 | Casa Academy | Founding price; course, 650+ questions, exam prep, and AI support included |
| DBPR RE 1 application | $62.75 | Florida DBPR | Published on the official printable RE 1 application |
| Electronic fingerprints | $36 at DBPR headquarters; private vendors vary | DBPR or Livescan provider | Use an FDLE-registered provider and confirm the full vendor charge |
| Pearson VUE state exam | $36.75 per attempt | Pearson VUE | Retakes require another exam fee |
Published total using Casa’s founding price and DBPR’s own $36 fingerprint service: $214.50. Travel, private Livescan surcharges, retakes, brokerage expenses, association membership, MLS access, and later post-licensing are separate.
Casa Academy data hub
Florida licensing context from original DBPR-record analysis
| Criteria | Casa finding | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| 452,154 records analyzed | Aggregate Florida DBPR license records | The data hub uses a much broader evidence base than a survey or anecdote |
| 64,840 new licensees in 2025 | New Florida license records in the 2025 cohort | Your course is the entry point into a large, active licensing market |
| 43% of the 2025 cohort inactive | Inactive records within that cohort at analysis time | Passing the exam is only one milestone; broker activation and follow-through matter |
Read the methodology, provisional-data status, and source notes in Casa Academy’s Florida Real Estate Data Hub. Aggregate statistics are informational and do not predict an individual outcome.
Printable resource
Download the Florida licensing checklist
Print the one-page sequence, mark each requirement complete, and keep the official DBPR and Pearson VUE links with your study plan.
Required education
Start the required 63-hour course
Casa Academy’s $79 online course includes the approved curriculum, English or Spanish enrollment, 650+ practice questions, progress tracking, and AI study support.
Official resources
Use the real tools, not guesses
These links take you to the official state tools and reference pages that help you complete the task correctly.
Verify Casa Academy with Florida DBPR
Open the public record for Casa Academy school license ZH1003169 before enrolling.
Verify the school licenseDBPR sales associate application checklist
Confirm Florida eligibility, education, application, fingerprinting, and exam requirements with the state.
Open DBPR checklistDBPR licensing portal
Use the state portal to apply for a Florida sales associate license and manage licensing services.
Open DBPR portalPearson VUE Florida real estate exam
Review the official Florida real estate exam scheduling resource when you are ready for test day.
Open exam schedulerHow to get a Florida real estate license in order
Finish the 63-hour course, submit fingerprints and the DBPR application, schedule the state exam, pass the exam, then activate the license with a sponsoring broker. If your search was "how to become a realtor in Florida" or "how to get a real estate license in Florida," this is the practical sequence to follow.
Costs to plan for before you enroll
Budget for course tuition, the $62.75 DBPR application, electronic fingerprints, and the $36.75 Pearson VUE exam fee. The dated table on this page separates mandatory licensing charges from optional career expenses.
What happens after you pass
After the exam, Florida requires you to affiliate with a broker to activate the license. Many students line up broker interviews while studying.
Course intent vs general license research
Use this page when you are still researching requirements, timing, cost, and state steps. Use the Florida real estate license course page when you are ready to start the 63-hour pre-licensing requirement.
What Casa’s licensing data shows
Casa Academy analyzed 452,154 aggregate DBPR licensing records. The data hub identified 64,840 new licensees in the 2025 cohort and found 43% of that cohort inactive at the time of analysis. That is why this guide includes broker activation and post-license follow-through—not only the exam.
Florida topic guides
Browse the Florida licensing topics to build a study plan before you enroll.
We are adding more topic guidance soon. Explore the online course for a complete study plan in the meantime.
FAQs
How do I get a Florida real estate license?
Complete the eligibility requirements, finish the 63-hour pre-licensing course, submit fingerprints and the DBPR application, pass the state exam, then activate your license with a broker.
What is the minimum education for a Florida real estate license?
You must have a high school diploma or equivalent and complete the 63-hour pre-licensing course.
Can I take the course online?
Yes. Florida approves online pre-licensing courses that meet the 63-hour requirement.
How much does a Florida real estate license cost?
Using Casa’s $79 founding course price, the official $62.75 RE 1 fee, DBPR’s $36 fingerprint service, and the $36.75 Pearson VUE exam fee, the published baseline is $214.50. Private Livescan charges, retakes, and career expenses can increase the total.
Is the 63-hour course the first paid step?
For most first-time sales associate applicants, the required 63-hour course is the main education step. Many students also submit fingerprints and the DBPR application while completing the course.
How long does the DBPR application take?
Processing time varies, but submitting fingerprints early helps avoid delays.
Do I need to find a broker before the exam?
No. Broker affiliation happens after you pass and are ready to activate the license.
How soon can I schedule the state exam?
Once the course is complete and the application is cleared, you can schedule the exam with the testing provider.
About Casa AcademySobre Casa AcademyÀ propos de Casa AcademySobre a Casa Academy关于 Casa Academy
Casa Academy is an online Florida real estate school operating under Florida school license ZH1003169. We maintain this page against the DBPR sales associate checklist and Pearson VUE exam scheduling guidance.Casa Academy es una escuela inmobiliaria en línea de Florida que opera con la licencia escolar de Florida ZH1003169. Mantenemos esta página alineada con la lista de verificación de asociados de ventas del DBPR y las guías de programación de Pearson VUE.Casa Academy est une école immobilière en ligne de Floride opérant sous la licence scolaire ZH1003169. Nous tenons cette page à jour selon la checklist DBPR des associés commerciaux et les consignes de planification Pearson VUE.A Casa Academy é uma escola imobiliária on-line da Flórida que opera sob a licença escolar ZH1003169. Mantemos esta página alinhada à lista de verificação de associados de vendas do DBPR e às orientações de agendamento da Pearson VUE.Casa Academy 是一所在线佛罗里达州房地产学校，执照为 ZH1003169。本页内容对照 DBPR 销售助理清单与 Pearson VUE 考试安排指南维护。
If official requirements or exam scheduling guidance change, this page should change too. The current review date for this version is March 16, 2026.Si cambian los requisitos oficiales o las guías de programación del examen, esta página también debe actualizarse. La fecha de revisión actual de esta versión es 16 de marzo de 2026.Si les exigences officielles ou les consignes de planification de l’examen changent, cette page doit aussi être mise à jour. La date de révision actuelle de cette version est 16 mars 2026.Se os requisitos oficiais ou as orientações de agendamento do exame mudarem, esta página também deve mudar. A data de revisão atual desta versão é 16 de março de 2026.如官方要求或考试安排指引有变，本页内容也应同步更新。当前版本的审核日期为 2026年3月16日。
Authority detailsDetalles de autoridadInformations d’autoritéDetalhes de autoridade权威信息
- OrganizationOrganizaciónOrganisationOrganização机构
- Casa Academy
- Florida school licenseLicencia escolar de FloridaLicence scolaire de FlorideLicença escolar da Flórida佛罗里达州学校执照
- ZH1003169
- SupportSoporteAssistanceSuporte支持
- support@onlinerealestateschool.com
- Current review dateFecha de revisión actualDate de révision actuelleData de revisão atual当前审核日期
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Next steps
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See the timeline guideReady when you are
Start with a Florida-approved course and structured study support
Use the practical resources above first. When you are ready to move, compare the course options and enroll from the main portal.
Keep moving
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Use the blog and comparison guides to answer practical questions about cost, timelines, school selection, and exam prep before you commit.
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