Apply for the Real Estate Salesman Course
Submit your application to the Real Estate Training Institute (RETI).
Complete the Course
Successfully complete the Real Estate Salesman training program offered by RETI.
Pass the Prerequisite Exams
Sit and pass the required exams to demonstrate your knowledge of real estate practices and regulations.
Obtain a Criminal Record Certificate
Visit your parish council’s Tax Office to pay the fee for a criminal records check.
Book an appointment with the relevant office to get fingerprinted.
Collect your Criminal Record Certificate on the designated date.
Visit the Office of the Supervisor of Insolvency
Go to the Office of the Supervisor of Insolvency, located on the second floor of the Caldon Finance Building at 52-60 Grenada Crescent, Kingston.
Bring your Jamaican Tax Registration Number (TRN), address details, and pay the relevent fee in cash.
Obtain the Bankruptcy Receipt, which will be sent directly to the Real Estate Board (REB).
Notarize Required Documents
Have all necessary documents notarized by a Justice of the Peace (JP), including proof of address, fitness questionnaire, and photographs.
Complete and Submit Your Salesman Application
Full List of Documents Required for Submission with the Salesman License Application to RETI
Completed Application Form
Ensure all sections are filled out accurately.
Completed Fit and Proper Form
This form assesses your eligibility and character for licensing.
Two Certified Passport-Size Photographs
Photographs must be certified by a Justice of the Peace (JP) or Attorney-at-Law.
Note: The JP certifying your photos cannot also serve as a reference.
Application Fee Payment
Three Reference Letters
Must be from individuals in the following categories:
Justice of the Peace (JP)
Minister of Religion
Medical Doctor
Police Officer
Active Real Estate Dealer (excluding your employer)
Senior Teacher or Principal
Senior Civil Servant
Bank Manager
Proof of Address
Submit either:
A recent utility bill (electricity, water, etc.), or
A letter from a JP confirming your address.
Copy of TRN (Tax Registration Number)
A clear photocopy is sufficient.
Police Report
Obtain this from the relevant authorities after completing the criminal records process.
Bankruptcy Receipt
This must be acquired from the Office of the Supervisor of Insolvency.
Missing or incorrect documentation may delay the processing of your application.
Deliver the completed application and documents to the REB.
Pay the Application Fee
Pay the prerequisite application fee to the REB.
Await Approval
The REB will review your application. The process typically takes about one month.
Pay the Licensing Fee
Once your application is approved, pay the licensing fee. This fee covers the licensing period from April to April.
Submit a Broker Letter
Provide a letter from the broker under whom you will be working, as this is a requirement for obtaining your license.
Once these steps are completed, you will officially receive your real estate license, allowing you to work as a licensed salesperson in Jamaica.
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