All Australian States & Territories

State-by-State Real Estate Licensing Guide

Navigate the licensing requirements, costs, and processes for becoming a licensed real estate agent across Australia. Each state has unique requirements and fees.

Quick Comparison

$520 - $1,147
License Fee Range
4-12 weeks
Processing Time
8 States
Different Systems
2 Quals
Required Nationwide

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VIC
Victoria
Popular
Consumer Affairs Victoria
License Fee
$820
Processing
4-6 weeks
Validity
3 years
Requires both CPP51122 + CPP41419
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NSW
New South Wales
Popular
NSW Fair Trading
License Fee
$695
Processing
6-8 weeks
Validity
3 years
Requires both CPP51122 + CPP41419
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QLD
Queensland
Popular
QBCC
License Fee
$1,147
Processing
8-12 weeks
Validity
1 year
Requires both CPP51122 + CPP41419
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WA
Western Australia
Dept of Mines & Petroleum
License Fee
$668
Processing
4-6 weeks
Validity
3 years
Requires both CPP51122 + CPP41419
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SA
South Australia
CBS
License Fee
$845
Processing
6-8 weeks
Validity
3 years
Requires both CPP51122 + CPP41419
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TAS
Tasmania
Consumer Affairs Tasmania
License Fee
$520
Processing
4-6 weeks
Validity
3 years
Requires both CPP51122 + CPP41419
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NT
Northern Territory
Agents Licensing Board
License Fee
$750
Processing
6-10 weeks
Validity
3 years
Requires both CPP51122 + CPP41419
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ACT
Australian Capital Territory
Access Canberra
License Fee
$623
Processing
4-6 weeks
Validity
3 years
Requires both CPP51122 + CPP41419
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Requirements Common to All States

Qualifications Required

  • CPP51122 - Diploma of Property (Agency Management)
  • CPP41419 - Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice
  • Both must be from ASQA-registered RTOs

Standard Documentation

  • National Police Check (less than 3 months old)
  • Proof of identity (passport, driver license)
  • Character references (typically 2 required)
  • Professional indemnity insurance proof

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