How can I get my MD license if I'm already licensed in another state?
If you hold an active real estate license in another state that does not have a reciprocity agreement with Maryland, you can apply for out-of-state license recognition that may help you waive some of the licensing requirements. You need to send a certificate with your full licensing history from the state where you were first licensed and are currently licensed. It must be sent within 30 days of its issue date from your home state with a cover letter signed by you with your contact information.
MREC will review your education and experience individually to determine what is transferable and what can be waived.
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Maryland only offers reciprocity with Pennsylvania and Oklahoma. If you are licensed in another state, you will have to go through a different process.
To take advantage of reciprocity, you'll need to have a license in Pennsylvania or Oklahoma. Review the specific terms of the agreement to make sure you meet the guidelines for your state. Submit a complete certified license history with your salesperson application and pay the license fee.
You can apply for out-of-state license recognition to waive some of the licensing requirements. Send a certificate with your full licensing history from the state where you were first licensed and are currently licensed. Send within 30 days of the issue date from your home state with a personally signed cover letter.
If you have not held a real estate license before, follow the same steps as a Maryland resident to earn your salesperson license. If you are applying from another state and you already hold a real estate license, you can apply for out-of-state recognition or follow the steps for reciprocity if you are from PA or OK.