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RI Department of Business Regulation
How to get a real estate license in Rhode Island
The official path to a Rhode Island salesperson license in 4 steps, with fees and rules taken from the state regulator.
Take the pre-licensing course
45 hours from a state-approved school.
230-RICR-30-20-2.7; R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-20.5-4(b)
Verified from official source · Oct 16, 2026Pass the state exam
Administered by Pearson VUE. Exam fee: $103.
Verified from official source · Exam vendor candidate bulletin · Oct 16, 2026Apply for your license
License / application fee: $165. Fingerprint / background: BCI background check required; fee not stated. Deadline: Not published
$140 to RI General Treasurer + $25 Real Estate Recovery Account
Verified from official source · Oct 16, 2026After you're licensed
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Other rules
- E&O insurance required
- Yes — E&O certificate required with application
- Reciprocity
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