Your Guide to Real Estate Reciprocity in Minnesota
Minnesota Reciprocity Requirements
If you’re already a licensed real estate agent, Minnesota Department of Commerce may recognize your salesperson or broker status from a different state. This expedited licensing process is called reciprocity, and when used, will cost you less time and money getting your real estate license in Minnesota.
The requirements to qualify for reciprocity will vary depending on the state where you already hold your license.
Minnesota requires that all applicants:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a Minnesota-licensed primary broker submit an application for a salesperson license
- Submit a letter of certification verifying current licensure in previous state
- Submit documentation explaining prior criminal background, if applicable
- Pay a $130 licensing fee
States with Minnesota Reciprocity Agreements
If you’re already an agent in one of the following states and you meet all of the requirements listed above, you qualify for reciprocal licensing in Minnesota. No additional education is required.
Neighboring Wisconsin has a unique arrangement with Minnesota, with candidates only requiring a single course. To get license reciprocity in Wisconsin, you must:
- Complete the 13-Hr. Wisconsin to Minnesota pre-licensing course within one year of application; and
- Pass the state portion of the salesperson exam.
Applicants with a license in a non-reciprocal state must:
- Complete pre-licensing Course I, Course II, and Course III; and
- Pass the state portion of the salesperson exam with Pearson VUE.
- Colorado
- North Dakota
- Nebraska
- South Dakota
- Iowa
- Oklahoma
Tips for Getting Your Minnesota Reciprocity Completed Faster
Timeliness is a key factor in getting your Minnesota license processed more quickly. The Minnesota Department of Commerce does not offer grace periods. Some of the documents required for a complete application have mandatory timeframes in which they must be submitted. For example:
- Letters of certification can be no more than 90 days old.
- Pre-licensing courses cannot be more than one year old at the time of application.
- Applications must be submitted within one year after passing the exam.
Use the PULSE portal to access all your real estate licensing documents and the application.
States Where Minnesota Agents Commonly Get Another License
Some Minnesota real estate agents become licensed in additional states to grow their business. The following states, most of which are near Minnesota, are some of the more common states in which agents have dual licenses.