Who regulates real estate licenses in Washington?

Real estate licensing in Washington is overseen by the Washington Department of Licensing — Real Estate Program (DOL). This agency issues licenses, sets education requirements, and handles renewals and complaints.

How do I contact the DOL?

Phone: (360) 664-6488. Address: 405 Black Lake Blvd SW, Suite 250, Olympia, WA 98502. Website: https://www.dol.wa.gov/business/realestate.

What license types does Washington issue?

Washington issues the following real estate license types: Broker (formerly Salesperson), Managing Broker. Each has its own education and experience requirements — confirm the current rules with the commission.

State Regulator

Washington Real Estate Commission

Who regulates your license in Washington, how to reach them, and where to verify official requirements. This is a free resource — not a course page.

About the Washington Department of Licensing — Real Estate Program

Your Washington real estate license is issued and regulated by the Washington Department of Licensing — Real Estate Program (DOL). 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 DOL.

Regulator: Washington Department of Licensing — Real Estate Program (DOL)

Address: 405 Black Lake Blvd SW, Suite 250, Olympia, WA 98502

Phone: (360) 664-6488

Website: www.dol.wa.gov/business/realestate

License Types in Washington

Broker (formerly Salesperson)
Managing Broker

Exam retake policy: You may retake the exam after waiting 24 hours.

Official Resources & Portals

Links to the official DOL systems for applying, renewing, verifying a license, and scheduling your exam. Where a direct link is not yet listed, use the DOL website and verify the current process with the commission.

DOL Official WebsiteApplications, rules, and announcements Licensing application portalApply for a new real estate license License renewal portalRenew an existing license Candidate handbookExam content outline, rules, and scheduling info Forms & applicationsOfficial downloadable forms Approved schools listState-approved education providers License lookupVerify a license holder State exam schedulingAdministered by PSI

Fingerprinting & background check

A fingerprint-based background check is required for licensure in Washington. Processed through Fingerprint-based background check (WAC 308-124A-700) through the WA DOL-authorized vendor after passing the exam (~$44.30). Confirm the current process and fees with the DOL.

Fingerprinting details

All Washington forms & official links Washington education hub

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