If you’re already licensed in another state, you may qualify for Mutual Recognition, allowing you to earn your Florida real estate license without taking the full 63-hour pre-licensing course.
✅ Who Qualifies for Mutual Recognition?
Florida has mutual recognition agreements with several states. To be eligible:
You must be a resident and licensed in one of these states.
You must have obtained your license by meeting the education and examination requirements of your home state.
You must not be a Florida resident at the time of application.
For the most current list of eligible states, please refer to the Florida Real Estate Commission’s official page:
📋 Steps to Apply for Mutual Recognition
1. Submit Your Application to the DBPR
Apply online through the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR):
Choose:
Sales Associate – Mutual Recognition
Broker – Mutual Recognition
💵 Application fee: Approximately $83.75
2. Submit Your Fingerprints
Complete electronic fingerprinting through an approved Livescan provider.
Fingerprints must be submitted before your application is approved.
Out-of-state applicants can use approved vendors that transmit fingerprints electronically to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).
3. Pass the Florida Law Exam
You are required to take a 40-question Florida Real Estate Law Exam.
A score of 75% or higher is needed to pass.
Schedule your exam through Pearson VUE:
💡 Study Tip: Our Mutual Recognition Exam Prep course is designed to help you master Florida-specific laws and pass the exam on your first attempt.
🎓 Need Additional Support?
We offer comprehensive Florida Law Review prep tools tailored for mutual recognition applicants:
Video-based lessons
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Study guides & flashcards
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💬 Questions?
If you’re uncertain about your eligibility or need assistance with the application process, feel free to reach out via the chat icon below—we’re here to support you every step of the way.