State Regulator
Washington DC Real Estate Commission
Who regulates your license in Washington DC, how to reach them, and where to verify official requirements. This is a free resource — not a course page.
About the District of Columbia Real Estate Commission
Your Washington DC real estate license is issued and regulated by the District of Columbia Real Estate Commission (DCREC). This agency sets the education and exam requirements, processes applications and renewals, maintains the public license lookup, and enforces the rules that protect consumers. Click2CE is an education provider — for any official action (applying, renewing, filing a complaint, or verifying a license) you work directly with the DCREC.
License Types in Washington DC
- Salesperson
- Broker
Exam retake policy: You may retake the exam after waiting 24 hours.
Official Resources & Portals
Links to the official DCREC systems for applying, renewing, verifying a license, and scheduling your exam. Where a direct link is not yet listed, use the DCREC website and verify the current process with the commission.
Fingerprinting & background check
Confirm whether a fingerprint background check is required directly with the DCREC.
Requirements are summarized for general guidance and can change without notice. Always confirm the current rules, hours, fees, and deadlines directly with your state real estate commission before enrolling or renewing.
Verify directly with the state real estate commission before relying on this.
Last reviewed: June 25, 2026