Illinois
Real Estate Salesperson CE & renewal requirements in Illinois (2026)
12 CE hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) - Real Estate.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial; due April 30 of even years (excludes first renewal, which requires 45 hrs Post-License Education)
Continuing education
12 CE hours per renewal
12 hrs per 2-yr cycle: a Core course (6 hrs incl. 2 hrs Fair Housing) plus 6 hrs electives, one of which must be Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
- Core course (incl. Fair Housing)
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
Source: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) - Real Estate · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) - Real Estate
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- How often do real estate agents renew their license in Illinois?
- Biennial; due April 30 of even years (excludes first renewal, which requires 45 hrs Post-License Education)
- How many CE hours do I need in Illinois?
- 12 CE hours per renewal. 12 hrs per 2-yr cycle: a Core course (6 hrs incl. 2 hrs Fair Housing) plus 6 hrs electives, one of which must be Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
- Where do I renew my Real Estate Salesperson license in Illinois?
- Through Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) - Real Estate. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.