Real Estate Broker / Rhode Island
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Rhode Island Real Estate Broker License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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What the Rhode Island data shows for Real Estate Brokers

Rhode Island's path to real estate broker licensure runs through 216 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. Rhode Island folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Broker Pre-License Coursework".

The initial price tag is $310, and renewal costs $254 every 2 years. 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 · Rhode Island

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-
216 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$310
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$127/yr
$254 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 Rhode Island

Education / Training Hours
Broker Pre-License Coursework
216 hours
Exam Requirement
State Real Estate Broker Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$310
Renewal Fee
$254
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 Rhode Island licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Real Estate Broker in Rhode Island? ▼
Rhode Island's requirements cover 216 hours of education or training, the State Real Estate Broker Exam exam, and an initial fee of $310. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Real Estate Broker in Rhode Island? ▼
Certification as a real estate broker in Rhode Island means clearing the state's checklist: 216 hours of education plus 2 years of work experience, and a passing exam score. The Rhode Island licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Real Estate Broker license to Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Rhode Island require a background check for Real Estate Broker licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for real estate broker licensing in Rhode Island. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Real Estate Broker in Rhode Island? ▼
Rhode Island ties continued real estate broker licensure to 16 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $254 renewal fee.

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What to do with this real estate broker license

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

  • See how Rhode Island'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 Rhode Island's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Rhode Island overview

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