Key Takeaways
- Arizona salesperson applicants must be at least 18 years old with no specific education background required
- Pre-license education requirement is 90 hours plus a mandatory 6-hour contract writing course
- Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card from DPS is required before taking the exam
- The exam is 180 scored questions with 5 hours time limit and 75% passing score
- Starting January 2026, the exam splits into separate General and State portions administered by Pearson VUE
Arizona License Requirements
Arizona has specific requirements for salesperson and broker licenses.
Salesperson License Requirements
To become an Arizona real estate salesperson, you must:
1. Basic Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be a U.S. citizen, legal resident, or legally present in the U.S.
- Have an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card from DPS
2. Education Requirements
Complete 96 hours of pre-license education:
| Course | Hours | Required |
|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Salesperson Pre-License | 90 | Yes |
| Contract Writing Course | 6 | Yes |
| Total | 96 |
All courses must be from an ADRE-approved school.
3. Fingerprint Clearance Card
Before taking the exam, you must obtain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card from the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS):
- Apply through DPS (not ADRE)
- Background check conducted
- Must be obtained BEFORE exam registration
- Card is valid for 6 years
4. Examination (Starting January 2026)
| Detail | Salesperson Exam |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 180 scored + 15 pretest |
| General (National) Portion | 80 scored questions |
| State Portion | 100 scored questions |
| Time Limit | 5 hours (300 minutes) |
| Passing Score | 75% on each section |
| Exam Fee | $75 per attempt |
| Administrator | Pearson VUE |
2026 Change: Starting January 1, 2026, the exam splits into two separately scored portions. You must pass both to obtain your license.
Broker License Requirements
To become an Arizona real estate broker, you must meet higher standards:
Experience Requirement
3 years of active experience as a licensed salesperson within the preceding 5 years.
Education Requirements
Complete additional education beyond the salesperson requirements:
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Salesperson Pre-License | 90 hours |
| Contract Writing | 6 hours |
| Broker Pre-License Course | 90 hours |
| Total for Broker | 186 hours |
Broker Examination
The broker exam is separate from the salesperson exam and covers advanced topics including:
- Brokerage management
- Trust account handling
- Supervision requirements
- Advanced contract law
Application Process
- Complete 96 hours of pre-license education
- Obtain Fingerprint Clearance Card from DPS
- Register for exam with Pearson VUE
- Pay exam fee ($75)
- Pass exam (75% on both portions)
- Submit license application to ADRE
- Pay license fee
- Affiliate with a broker (for salespersons)
Exam Retakes
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Retake Limit | Unlimited attempts |
| Wait Period | 24 hours between attempts |
| Fee | $75 per attempt |
| One-Time Review | After 2 failures, 30-minute review of missed questions available |
License Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Exam Fee | $75 |
| Original License | Varies |
| Renewal (2 years) | $145 |
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