How to get a Hawaii real estate license

Step by step

1. Meet the basics

   By the exam date, be at least 18, have a high school diploma or equivalent and be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national or authorized to work in the U.S. You also need a reputation for competency, honesty and fair dealing. Hawaii does not reciprocate with other states.

2. Complete the 60-hour course

   Complete a 60-hour Hawaii salesperson prelicensing course at a registered prelicense school. The school completion certificate is valid for 2 years.

3. Pass the exam

   Register directly with the testing agency and pass the Hawaii salesperson exam. You get a score report with instructions to apply.

4. Apply within 2 years

   Submit a complete application within 2 years of passing. To be licensed on active status you must be associated with an active Hawaii brokerage firm or sole proprietor.

Keeping your license

Questions

Official sources

• Hawaii REC: General information for real estate license (PDF)
• Hawaii REC: Salesperson flowchart (PDF)

This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source before you pay or file anything.

Agent directory and local offices

City guides

• Ewa Beach
• Hanalei
• Hilo
• Honolulu
• Kahului
• Kailua
• Kailua Kona
• Kamuela
• Kapolei
• Kihei
• Koloa
• Lahaina
• Mililani
• Paia
• Wailea
• Waimea
• Waipahu

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