Examinees

The regulation of licenses is an important function of the California Department of Real Estate. The DRE was established in 1917 with the formation of the first-ever Real Estate Law in the country. With this law, licensing practices and licensees are regulated in a manner which is emulated by many other states. The California Department of Real Estate exists to serve the real property market and protects the transactions occurring in the real estate field.

The DRE grants licenses to Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons. Before applying for the real estate license, all the formalities of education and experience must be cleared. The DRE also handles the renewal of the licenses.

**Executive Order N-52-20 Impacting Applicants and Licensees

Examinee/New License Applicants Information

• Salesperson
  • How to Apply for the Salesperson Exam
  • Requirements to Apply for a Real Estate Salesperson License
  • Combined Examination and License Application Process
  • Education Course Availability (Statutory/Pre-License Courses)
  • Fees
  • Fingerprint Requirements
  • Preparing for the Exam
  • Salesperson Examination Content
  • How and Where Exams Are Scheduled
  • Reschedule Your Exam
  • Taking the Exam
  • Exam Sites
  • Once You Pass the Examination
  • Expedited licensure process for honorably discharged veterans and military spouses
• Broker
  • How to Apply for the Broker Exam
  • Requirements to Apply for a Real Estate Broker License
  • Combined Examination and License Application Process
  • Education Course Availability (Statutory/Pre-License Courses)
  • Experience Requirements for the Broker Examination
  • Important Information Concerning Broker Examination Requirement
  • Fees
  • Fingerprint Requirements
  • Preparing for the Exam
  • Broker Examination Content
  • How and Where Exams Are Scheduled
  • Reschedule Your Exam
  • Taking the Exam
  • Exam Sites
  • Once You Pass the Examination
  • Expedited licensure process for honorably discharged veterans and military spouses