Real Estate Broker / Montana
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Montana Real Estate Broker License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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What the Montana data shows for Real Estate Brokers

Montana's path to real estate broker licensure runs through 219 hours of approved instruction, 2 years of supervised work experience, and a passing score on State Real Estate Broker Exam, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Montana folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Broker Pre-License Coursework".

Upfront cost is $315, with renewal running $258 on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 16 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

On reciprocity, real estate brokers should know: Reciprocal agreements vary significantly by state.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
36/100
Real Estate Broker · Montana

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-
219 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$315
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$129/yr
$258 every 2 years
Continuing Education C+
8.0 hrs/yr
16 hours every 2 years
Experience Required F
2 years
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Montana

Education / Training Hours
Broker Pre-License Coursework
219 hours
Exam Requirement
State Real Estate Broker Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$315
Renewal Fee
$258
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
16 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years
Work Experience Required
2 years

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Real Estate Broker in Montana? ▼
Montana requires 219 education/training hours, passing an exam (State Real Estate Broker Exam), and an initial fee of $315. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Real Estate Broker in Montana? ▼
To become a licensed real estate broker in Montana, you must meet the state's requirements including 219 hours of education and 2 years of work experience. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Montana licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Real Estate Broker license to Montana from another state? ▼
Real Estate Broker licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Reciprocal agreements vary significantly by state. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Montana licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Montana require a background check for Real Estate Broker licensing? ▼
Montana does require a background check before issuing a real estate broker license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Real Estate Broker in Montana? ▼
Licensed real estate brokers in Montana must complete 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $258.

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What to do with this real estate broker license

Real Estate Broker in Montana, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a real estate broker-wide, 50-state comparison.

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

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Montana 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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