Texas License Law
A Texas real estate license applicant who is not a U.S. citizen may still obtain a Texas license if they:
AAre not eligible unless they become a U.S. citizen
BAre legally present in the U.S. and meet all other TREC licensing requirements✓ Correct
CHave a work visa sponsored by a Texas broker
DHave lived in Texas for at least 5 years
Explanation
Texas does not require U.S. citizenship for a real estate license. Non-U.S. citizens who are legally present in the United States and meet all other TREC requirements (education, exam, background check, application) can obtain a Texas real estate license.
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