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Arizona · Real Estate Agents · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Arizona Real Estate Agent License

Arizona real estate agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) rule on September 10, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Arizona real estate agents holding a license in one of these classes: Designated Broker / Self-Employed Broker / Delegated Associate Broker CE — 30 Hours, Salesperson & Associate Broker CE — 24 Hours. Requirements are set by Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE). Hours differ by class — 30 hours for Designated Broker / Self-Employed Broker / Delegated Associate Broker CE — 30 Hours; 24 hours for Salesperson & Associate Broker CE — 24 Hours.

When to renew

Arizona real estate agents licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (A.A.C. R4-28-402(A)(1); A.R.S. § 32-2130; renewal due on last day of licensee's individual renewal month every 24 months)

The continuing education Arizona requires

Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Agency Law — at least 3 hours
  • Contract Law — at least 3 hours
  • Commissioner's Standards (Real Estate) — at least 3 hours
  • Disclosure — at least 3 hours
  • Fair Housing — at least 3 hours
  • Real Estate Legal Issues — at least 3 hours
  • Firewise — at least 1 hour
  • General Real Estate / Business Brokerage (elective) — at least 3 hours
  • Broker Management Clinic 1 (Commissioner's Standards category) — at least 3 hours
  • Deed Fraud — at least 1 hour
  • Arizona Water — at least 1 hour

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Arizona sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Designated Broker / Self-Employed Broker / Delegated Associate Broker CE — 30 Hours, Salesperson & Associate Broker CE — 24 Hours). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Agency Law, Contract Law, Commissioner's Standards (Real Estate), Disclosure and other required topics. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Arizona real estate agents course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Arizona, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE)

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. This renewal also requires passing an exam. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE)

Arizona real estate agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Arizona real estate agents need?
Arizona real estate agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE).
Which license types have different CE requirements in Arizona?
Requirements differ by license class in Arizona: 30 hours for Designated Broker / Self-Employed Broker / Delegated Associate Broker CE — 30 Hours; 24 hours for Salesperson & Associate Broker CE — 24 Hours.
What topics are required for Arizona real estate agents continuing education?
Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) requires coverage of: Agency Law (3 hours); Contract Law (3 hours); Commissioner's Standards (Real Estate) (3 hours); Disclosure (3 hours); Fair Housing (3 hours); Real Estate Legal Issues (3 hours); Firewise (1 hour); General Real Estate / Business Brokerage (elective) (3 hours); Broker Management Clinic 1 (Commissioner's Standards category) (3 hours); Deed Fraud (1 hour); Arizona Water (1 hour).
Is an exam required to renew a Arizona real estate agents license?
Yes — Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
Can Arizona real estate agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Arizona requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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