(1) The Florida Real Estate Commission has determined that it is in the best interest of the public’s welfare to ensure a nonresident seeking licensure in this State, pursuant to s. 475.180, Florida Statutes, is knowledgeable in Florida law, statutes and administrative rules. To properly ensure such applicant has this knowledge, a written examination will be mandatory. This examination will consist of 40 questions, with each question being worth one (1) point. An applicant who receives a grade of 30 points or higher shall be deemed to have successfully completed the examination requirement for nonresident licensure.
    (2) The subject area of the examination shall consist of general real estate license law. While knowledge of all subject areas is required, particular emphasis will be placed on Chapters 455 and 475, Florida Statutes, and on the rules of the Florida Real Estate Commission found in Chapter 61J2 of the Florida Administrative Code.
    (3) This examination will be required of all applicants for nonresident licensure, regardless of jurisdiction, and shall become a part of each written agreement implementing the provisions of s. 475.180, Florida Statutes.
Specific Authority 475.05, 475.180 FS. Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 475.180. History-New 11-6-94.