When is a paper license application required?

A paper version of the NYS Real Estate Salesperson Application should only be used if you are applying for your license under the following circumstances:

  • You are applying for your license as an attorney admitted to the NYS Bar.
  • You were previously licensed as a real estate salesperson or broker in NY.
  • The DOS waived the 75-hour education requirement.
  • You are applying for a NY real estate license via reciprocity.

In all other cases, you must apply for your real estate license online through your eAccessNY account.