West · Real Estate License
Idaho
Sales Associate License Requirements
90
Pre-Licensing Hours
classroom or online
$255
Est. Total Cost
fees only (excl. education)
6–18 weeks
Timeline
start to license
2 years
Renewal Cycle
16 CE hours required
Step-by-Step Licensing Process
Complete 90-Hour Pre-Licensing Course
Complete both Module 1 (45 hrs) and Module 2 (45 hrs) from an IREC-approved provider.
Estimated time: 4–10 weeks
Pass the Pearson VUE Licensing Exam
Register and pay $80 exam fee. Pass both National (70%) and State (70%) sections.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Complete Background Check
Submit fingerprints for state and federal background check.
Estimated time: 2–4 weeks
Affiliate with a Broker and Apply to IREC
Secure a sponsoring designated broker. Submit application with $135 license fee.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
Pre-Licensing Education
Hours Required
Verified90 hours total: Module 1 (45 hrs — Real Estate Fundamentals) + Module 2 (45 hrs — Idaho Real Estate Practice). Both modules required before exam.
Required Topics / Courses
- Module 1: Real Estate Fundamentals (45 hrs — property law, ownership, contracts, agency, financing, closings, appraisal, fair housing)
- Module 2: Idaho Real Estate Practice (45 hrs — Idaho-specific law, license law, trust accounts, Commission rules, contracts)
Provider type: IREC-approved education providers
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Licensing Exam
Exam Provider
Pearson VUE
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice. In-person at Pearson VUE test centers.
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | 150 min | 70% |
| State (Idaho) | 40 | 90 min | 70% |
| Total | 120 | 240 min | — |
Retake policy: May retake failed section(s). Must pass within 1 year of education completion. $80 per attempt.
70% passing score on both sections. Test centers in Boise, Idaho Falls, Coeur d'Alene, Twin Falls, and Pocatello.
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Fee Breakdown
| Fee | Amount | Paid To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam Fee (per attempt) | $80.00 | Pearson VUE | |
| License Application Fee | $135.00 | IREC | |
| Background Check / Fingerprinting | $40.00 | Idaho State Police / Vendor | |
| Estimated Total | $255.00 | Excludes education costs |
Requirements
Minimum Age
18 years old
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Residency
Not required
Non-residents may obtain an Idaho license.
Citizenship
US citizen or legal resident
Background Check
Required
State and federal fingerprint-based background check required.
Sponsoring Broker
Required
Must affiliate with an Idaho-licensed designated broker.
Reciprocity
Idaho does not have reciprocity
Type: No Formal Reciprocity (National Exam Waiver Available)
While Idaho has no formal reciprocity, it offers a national exam waiver for applicants holding an active license in another state. Only the Idaho state exam portion is required. All other requirements (education, background check, fees) still apply.
Renewal & Continuing Education
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education Hours
16 hours per renewal cycle
Renewal Fee
$135.00
First Renewal Notes
First renewal requires 12-hour post-licensing course plus 2 mandatory core courses in addition to standard CE.
Deadlines
Biennial renewal cycle.
Idaho does not have traditional reciprocity but waives the national exam portion for active out-of-state licensees.
Find Continuing Education Courses
Idaho requires 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years. These providers offer approved CE courses online.
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Recent Changes
License application fee reduced from $160 to $135.
Effective: 2025-07-01 · Affects: fees
Sources
https://irec.idaho.gov/
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https://www.usrealtytraining.com/blogs/idaho-real-estate-exam
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