Illinois Real Estate license renewal deadline

When real estate broker licenses come due in Illinois, sourced from the official board.

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April 30Verify with board

Every 2 years of even-numbered years

Board wording: Broker licenses expire April 30 of even-numbered years.

How this deadline works

Deadline type
Fixed calendar date
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Reporting
Licensee certifies CE compliance on the renewal application and retains evidence of completion for audit; the Department may require additional proof

Official source: IDFPR — Continuing Education (CE) Fact Sheet, 2026 Real Estate Broker License Renewal

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