How to Apply for the Salesperson Exam

How to Apply for the Salesperson Exam
Go to www.bre.ca.gov. You have 2 choices for the application. You can fill out the 400A or
435A.
400A. This application will only require that you pay $60 for your testing fee. On line 9 of
the application it gives you a choice to let them pick the next available day for testing or
you can choose to schedule it online.
435A. If you are in a hurry to get your license this is the best application. Application will
require that you pay $60 for testing and $245 for your 4 year license. It is also none
refundable. Part B line 1 lets you choose if you want the next available date for testing or
you can schedule online.
Test dates are normally Tuesdays and Thursday. Remember to send in your 3 certificates
of completions.
Live Scan Service
You can do your live scan before or after you take the State Exam. Fill out the 237 form for
your live scan. The electronic fingerprint service provider will complete Part 3 of the form.
If you choose to get your fingerprints taken before passing your examination, submit a
completed copy of this form to the Bureau of Real Estate. A fee will be collected by the live
scan provider $49 for the processing of your fingerprints by the Department of Justice.
Once You Pass the Examination
After you pass the examination, and if you have not filed a License Combo Application:
You will be sent a Salesperson License Application (RE 202) or Broker License Application
(RE 200). This form must be completed and returned along with the appropriate fee within
one year after passing the examination.
A completed Live Scan Service Request (RE 237) must be submitted with the application. A
license cannot be issued until BRE receives fingerprint response information. See
Fingerprint Requirements for further information.
You will also need to provide evidence of legal presence in the United States. See Proof of
Legal Presence for further information.
(SALESPERSONS ONLY) Evidence of completion of Real Estate Principles, Real Estate
Practice, and one additional course from the course requirements list must be on file before
your license is issued.
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY – SAN DIEGO NORTH INLAND
13400 Sabre Springs Parkway Ste.100 San Diego, CA 92128 858.668.2804 office 858.668.2812 fax