When is the California real estate license renewal deadline?

CE is earned during the four-year license term ending on the individual license expiration date. Board rules change — verify against the official source.

Is there a grace period for California real estate license renewal?

No grace period is specified in the available data — verify with the licensing board before relying on one.

California Real Estate license renewal deadline

When salesperson licenses come due in California, sourced from the official board.

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Every 4 years · tied to your license issue date

Board wording: CE is earned during the four-year license term ending on the individual license expiration date.

How this deadline works

Deadline type

License anniversary

Renewal cycle

Every 4 years

Reporting

Licensee self-certifies on the renewal application; retain certificates for audit

Official source: California Department of Real Estate — Continuing Education Requirements

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California Real Estate license renewal deadline

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