Illinois License Law

An Illinois broker who moves to another state and wishes to keep their Illinois license active must:

ASurrender the Illinois license automatically upon relocation
BMaintain a sponsoring Illinois managing broker and fulfill all Illinois renewal requirements✓ Correct
CConvert to a managing broker license within 90 days
DNotify IDFPR but no further action is required

Explanation

An Illinois broker who relocates to another state may keep their Illinois license active as long as they maintain a sponsoring Illinois managing broker and continue to meet all renewal and continuing education requirements. There is no residency requirement for holding an Illinois real estate license.

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