Delaware licensing guide
How to Get a Real Estate License in Delaware
A practical step-by-step guide to Delaware licensing requirements, estimated costs, timeline, official resources, and what to do after you pass.
Delaware licensing snapshot
Last reviewed May 29, 2026
- License type
- Salesperson
- Minimum age
- 18
- Pre-license education
- 99 hours
- Exam provider
- Pearson VUE
- Estimated cost
- $600–$1,200
- Estimated timeline
- 3–6 months
- Renewal cycle
- Biennial (every 2 years)
Delaware licenses renew in even‑numbered years. Active salespersons must complete **21 hours of continuing education** per cycle, which typically consist of seven 3‑hour courses approved by the Commission. New licensees must also complete **12 hours of new‑salesperson modules** within 90 days of licensure.
Licensing path
Step-by-step licensing path
Use this as a planning sequence, then confirm each requirement with the official state source.
Meet eligibility requirements
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a high‑school diploma or equivalent and undergo a criminal‑background check.
Complete 99‑hour pre‑licensing course
Enroll in and complete the 99‑hour Delaware salesperson pre‑licensing course at an approved school.
Submit application and fees
File your salesperson application with the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation and pay the $149 initial license fee and guaranty fund fee.
Schedule and pass the state exam
After your application is accepted, schedule the national and state exams with Pearson VUE. The examination fee is approximately $88 and must be paid at reservation.
Complete post‑licensing modules
Within 90 days of licensure, complete 12 hours of commission‑specified new‑salesperson modules.
Renew license and complete continuing education
During each two‑year renewal cycle, complete 21 hours of approved continuing education. Renewal fees are assessed at renewal and late renewals incur a 50 % penalty.
Budget planning
Estimated costs
Estimated total cost: $600–$1,200. Actual costs vary by provider, application path, exam retakes, and local business setup choices.
| Cost item | Estimated amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pre‑licensing course | $400–$700 | Cost for the 99‑hour pre‑licensing course; varies by provider. |
| Initial application fee | $149 | Delaware application fee for a salesperson license. |
| Guaranty fund fee | $25 | Fee paid to the Guaranty Fund when applying for licensure. |
| Exam fee | $88 | Pearson VUE examination fee. |
| New‑salesperson modules | $100–$200 | Cost for the required 12‑hour post‑licensing modules. |
| Continuing education | $150–$300 | Cost for 21‑hour CE package each two‑year renewal cycle. |
Renewal planning
Continuing education
Questions
FAQs
How many hours of pre‑licensing education are required?
Delaware requires completion of a 99‑hour salesperson pre‑licensing course before applying for a license.
What continuing education is needed for renewal?
Active salespersons must complete 21 hours of approved continuing education every two years, while new licensees must complete 12 hours of specific modules within 90 days of licensure.
After you pass the exam
Passing the exam does not create an operating system. New agents still need to manage contacts, follow-ups, active deals, deadlines, client communication, partners, and daily priorities.
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First-Year Budget Calculator
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