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Utah · Real Estate Agents · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Utah Real Estate Agent License

Utah real estate agents must complete 18 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Utah Division of Real Estate (Department of Commerce).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Utah Division of Real Estate (Department of Commerce) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
18 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Utah real estate agents holding a Sales Agent / Associate Broker / Principal Broker license. Requirements are set by Utah Division of Real Estate (Department of Commerce).

When to renew

Utah 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. (https://commerce.utah.gov/realestate/real-estate/active-sales-agent-broker-on-time-renewal/)

The continuing education Utah requires

Utah Division of Real Estate (Department of Commerce) requires 18 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Core curriculum — at least 9 hours
  • Mandatory 3-Hour CE Course — at least 3 hours
  • One 3-hour Mandatory course (Residential, Commercial, or Property Management)
  • Minimum 6 hours Core Topic courses (subsequent renewals)
  • First renewal: 12-hour New Agent course + 3-hr mandatory + 3 hrs core/elective

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Utah sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Sales Agent / Associate Broker / Principal Broker). 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 18 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Utah Division of Real Estate (Department of Commerce) requires 18 hours every 2 years, including Core curriculum, Mandatory 3-Hour CE Course, One 3-hour Mandatory course (Residential, Commercial, or Property Management), Minimum 6 hours Core Topic courses (subsequent renewals) and other required topics. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Utah 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 Utah, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Utah Division of Real Estate (Department of Commerce)

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

    Go to Utah Division of Real Estate (Department of Commerce)

Utah real estate agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Utah real estate agents need?
Utah real estate agents must complete 18 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Utah Division of Real Estate (Department of Commerce).
Which license classes does the Utah real estate agents CE requirement apply to?
The 18 hours requirement applies to: Sales Agent / Associate Broker / Principal Broker.
What topics are required for Utah real estate agents continuing education?
Utah Division of Real Estate (Department of Commerce) requires coverage of: Core curriculum (9 hours); Mandatory 3-Hour CE Course (3 hours); One 3-hour Mandatory course (Residential, Commercial, or Property Management); Minimum 6 hours Core Topic courses (subsequent renewals); First renewal: 12-hour New Agent course + 3-hr mandatory + 3 hrs core/elective.
Can Utah real estate agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Utah requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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