Auctioneer / Missouri
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Missouri Auctioneer License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Conducts auctions for the sale of goods and property.

What the Missouri data shows for Auctioneers

To practice as an auctioneer in Missouri, the state licensing board requires 121 documented education or training hours, a passing score on State Auctioneer Exam. A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under Missouri's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Auctioneer School".

Upfront cost is $118, with renewal running $84 on a 2-year cycle. Missouri doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

On reciprocity, auctioneers should know: Not typically reciprocal.

Licensing Ease Score

B
Licensing Ease Score
72/100
Auctioneer · Missouri

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training B
121 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee D
$118
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden C+
$42/yr
$84 every 2 years
Continuing Education A+
None required
No continuing-education mandate
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Missouri

Education / Training Hours
Auctioneer School
121 hours
Exam Requirement
State Auctioneer Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$118
Renewal Fee
$84
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Missouri licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Auctioneer in Missouri? ▼
Missouri's requirements cover 121 hours of education or training, the State Auctioneer Exam exam, and an initial fee of $118. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as an Auctioneer in Missouri? ▼
Missouri licenses auctioneers who complete its requirements (121 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Missouri licensing board.
Can I transfer my Auctioneer license to Missouri from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for auctioneers: Not typically reciprocal. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Missouri licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Missouri require a background check for Auctioneer licensing? ▼
Yes, Missouri requires a criminal background check as part of the auctioneer licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.

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What to do with this auctioneer license

Auctioneer in Missouri, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in an auctioneer-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Missouri's auctioneer requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Auctioneer in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state auctioneer license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Missouri's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Missouri overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Missouri licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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