Obtaining a Reciprocal Real Estate License in RI

If you hold an active real estate license in Connecticut or Massachusetts, you can obtain RI reciprocal license in 3 easy steps!  

While licensing in RI is through the RI Department of Business Regulation (DBR), RI REALTORS® can assist with the education requirement, plus resources on helping you with what comes next. Note: If you hold an active real estate license in Florida, there is a 4^th step.

CT/MA Licensees

• Step 1:  Complete the 3-hour Lead Awareness course.  Available as a pre-recorded class you can take at any time, or live via Zoom.   Learn more at www.rirealtors.org/lead-paint or email [email protected].

• Step 2: Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) background check. Obtained from the Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General located at 4 Howard Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920. Any questions regarding BCI should be directed via email at [email protected].  For more information, click here

• Step 3: Apply with the RI Department of Business Regulation (DBR). Once you’ve completed your Lead Paint course and obtained a BCI, apply by completing a Real Estate Reciprocal Salespersons/Non-Resident Salesperson or Real Estate Reciprocal Broker Application using the eLicensing portal at https://elicensing.ri.gov/

Please direct questions regarding the application to [email protected], or for trouble using the eLicensing portal, email [email protected]

Florida Licensee Mutual Agreement

• Step 1:  Complete the RI Law Exam.  To learn more or to schedule an examination, visit Pearson VUE.   In the downloads section, refer to the Candidate Handbook page 3 for Candidates who hold a Valid Real Estate License in Florida.   Content covered on the state exam can be found on the last page.  RI REALTORS® also offers a RI Law e-learning prep course (see below)
• Step 2:  Complete the 3-hour Lead Awareness course.  Available as a pre-recorded class you can take at any time, or live via Zoom.   Learn more at www.rirealtors.org/lead-paint or email [email protected].

• Step 3: Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) background check. Obtained from the Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General located at 4 Howard Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920. Any questions regarding BCI should be directed via email at [email protected].  For more information, click here

• Step 4: Apply with the RI Department of Business Regulation (DBR). Once you’ve completed your Lead Paint course and obtained a BCI, apply by completing a Real Estate Reciprocal Salespersons/Non-Resident Salesperson or Real Estate Reciprocal Broker Application using the eLicensing portal at https://elicensing.ri.gov. 

Please direct questions regarding the application to [email protected], or for trouble using the eLicensing portal, email [email protected]

Whether you have to sit for the State Law or for CT/MA licensees wanting to remain compliant with RI licensing laws, RI REALTORS® has a 2-part Mastering RI Law series available on our eLearning platform.

Let RI REALTORS® take your career to the next level with the many National Association of REALTORS®-endorsed certifications or designations we offer, or choose from the many courses that cover RI-specific content, including laws, forms, and compliance from the calendar.

Learn how becoming a member of the RI Association of REALTORS® can benefit you as you join this new market.   Learn more at www.rirealtors.org/membership.