Getting your Nevada Real Estate License is the first step to becoming a real estate agent in Nevada. Nowadays, this process can be done almost entirely online. You will still need to take your Nevada real estate license exam in person, but the rest of the process can be completed entirely online!

This article outlines how to become a real estate agent in Nevada in an easy to understand, step-by-step manner. You’ll learn how much it will cost, how long it will take, what is on the exam, and much more.

How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Nevada

Becoming a real estate agent in Nevada is as simple as getting your license, finding a broker sponsor, and getting to work selling real estate! As long as you fulfill the below requirements, you are already on your way to your goal.

Nevada Real Estate License Requirements

The requirements to become a real estate agent in Nevada are:

• Be a citizen of the United States or a lawfully admitted alien
• Be 18 years of age or older
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

How to Get Your Real Estate License in Nevada

Step 1. Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course

To start, Nevada requires that real estate sales agents complete 90 hours of pre-license coursework prior to sitting for their exam.

This coursework will consist of two classes, each containing 45 hours of material.

These two required classes are:

• 45 hours of Real Estate Principles
• 45 hours of Real Estate Law (must include 18 hours of Nevada law)

Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate of completion that will be included in your application to the state.

Most people choose to take their pre-license education course online. The majority of online courses are self-paced and include study materials like real estate practice exams and flashcards. Some also come with a “guarantee” that you will pass the exam on your first attempt if you complete their course. These benefits are all dependent on the education provider and package you choose, so be sure to get the course that best suits your needs.

Remember that the point of these courses isn’t just to check a box and complete a requirement, but rather to prepare you to pass your exam and become a better agent.

Nevada does not require the final pre-license exam to be supervised by a proctor. This is not the same as the state exam. This test is provided by your pre-license education company and is an indication that you have completed and retained the information from your pre-license education course.

Similar to the state exam, this test is closed-book and closed-note. You are allowed a basic-function calculator and scratch paper, but no cell phones or outside internet access.

Step 2. Nevada Real Estate License Exam

After you’ve completed your pre-license education, it’s now time to take the Nevada Real Estate Exam.

The fee to take the exam is $100 per attempt.

The Nevada Real Estate Exam consists of 120 questions. This includes 80 for the National section and 40 for the State section.

You will have 240 minutes (4 hours) to complete the entire exam. The National section time is 150 minutes (2.5 hours), and the State section time is 90 minutes (1.5 hours).

A passing score for the Nevada Real Estate Salesperson Exam is 60/80 on the National section and 30/40 on the State section.

Immediately after completing your exam, you will receive a scoring document that states whether you passed or failed. If it is marked “Fail,” then you will see a breakdown of your score in the different areas of the exam. If you decide to retake the exam, use this as a guide for your studies.

You can register to take your exam on the Pearson VUE Nevada Real Estate page. On this page, you will find some other helpful resources as well, including the Candidate Handbook and Nevada Real Estate Exam Content Outline.

Step 3. Fingerprinting and Background Check

After submitting your application, the next step is to complete your fingerprinting and background check. The Nevada Real Estate Division requires that all applicants have a background check performed before they can become a licensed real estate agent in Nevada.

To begin this process, submit the fingerprint verification form issued by an approved Fingerprint Vendor (Nevada approved vendor list – Form 619). Contact the Law Enforcement Agency directly for information regarding appointments, fees, and accepted forms of payment.

The fee to complete your fingerprinting services ranges from $60-$65.

You must also complete the Nevada Department of Public Safety waiver form attached to the application.

Completing and turning in your fingerprints will begin the background check process. The Nevada Real Estate Commission will review any findings in your background report to ensure your eligibility. During this process, they may reach out to you to provide additional information or documentation to clear up any findings.

For those who have criminal offenses or judgments against them, there’s a possibility that you may not be eligible for a real estate license in Nevada. If this is the case, you should attach the order as a result of the proceedings. On an attached sheet, give the full details, including the administrative agency, court, and title of the proceeding, disposition, and any other pertinent information along with your application form.

Step 4. Real Estate License Application

The final hurdle to licensure is completing the Nevada Real Estate Salesperson application. You need to submit a completed and notarized Application Form 549. Then, mail the completed application form and fees to the address below:

State of Nevada
Department of Business and Industry
Real Estate Division
3300 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 350
Las Vegas, Nevada 89102

Applicants must answer basic questions on residency and work history, and a $125 fee is required for payment upon submission. The exam results must be dated within the last twelve months of the submitted application.

Step 5. Application Review

Once you’ve passed your exam, you will only need to wait for your background report to come back as a pass. In most cases, this process should take between 5-10 business days. After this, you should receive an email from the Nevada Real Estate Department with a license document. If you have any questions at this point, you should contact NRED at (702) 486-4033.

Congratulations! 

Be sure to take some time to celebrate your accomplishment. You’ve put in a lot of work and effort and deserve a celebration!

Step 6. Real Estate License Sponsorship

In order to “activate” your license, you will need to be sponsored by a licensed real estate broker in Nevada.

Part of your Nevada Real Estate Application Form is an Acknowledgement of Intent to Employ portion (page 5 of 6). This confirms the sponsorship of your broker.

If you don’t yet have a broker to work with check out StateRequirement Jobs for a real estate salesperson opening in your area.

NDBI – Nevada Department of Business and Industry

Mailing Address: 

Nevada Real Estate Division
3300 W. Sahara Avenue, Ste. 350
Las Vegas, Nevada 89102

Phone: (702) 486-4033

Website: http://red.nv.gov/