Real Estate Agent License Requirements in Hawaii
To legally work as a Real Estate Agent in Hawaii, you must meet state-specific education, exam, and application requirements. This page summarizes the standard steps, typical fees, and renewal obligations for Hawaii and links to official resources where available.
Is a Real Estate Agent License Required in Hawaii?
- Status: Required
- Regulation level: State
- Regulating authority: Hawaii Real Estate Commission
If requirements vary by city or county, confirm local rules in addition to state requirements.
Official Regulating Authority
Hawaii Real Estate Commission
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum age: 18
- Residency requirement: No residency requirement
- Background check: Yes
- Fingerprinting: Yes
Pre-Licensing Education
- Education required: Yes
- Required hours: 60 hours
- Provider notes: Education must be completed through a Hawaii-approved real estate school.
Education requirements (official)
Exam Requirements
- Exam required: Yes
- Exam name: Hawaii Real Estate Salesperson Exam
- Exam format: Computer-based multiple choice
- Passing standard: Passing score determined by exam provider
- Exam fee range: $61–$90
Application Steps
- Complete the required pre-licensing education (if applicable).
- Pass the required real estate licensing exam (if applicable).
- Submit an application to Hawaii Real Estate Commission.
- Complete background check and fingerprinting requirements.
- Pay required fees and wait for approval.
Fees and Processing Time
- Application fee range: $282–$382
- License fee range: $0–$382
- Processing time estimate: Typically 2–4 weeks
Application instructions (official)
Broker Sponsorship / Affiliation
Broker sponsorship required: Yes
Many states require new real estate agents to affiliate with a licensed broker to activate and maintain an active license. Confirm broker affiliation rules with the authority above.
Insurance or Bond Requirements
Insurance or bond required: Errors and omissions insurance required
License Renewal and Continuing Education
- Renewal frequency: Every 2 years
- Continuing education (CE) hours: 20 hours
- Renewal fee: $300
Renewal requirements (official)
Reciprocity and Out-of-State Applicants
Reciprocity: Yes
Hawaii offers limited reciprocity with select states.
Laws, Rules, and Reference Links
Related Pages
Note: Licensing requirements can change. Always verify details directly with the official authority linked above.