Dossier of Application for Real Estate Brokerage Practice Certificate 

A Dossier of Application for Real Estate Brokerage Practice Certificate must be prepared accurately. Meeting all dossier components and conditions for the examination is mandatory for individuals to be recognized for legal practice capacity by competent state agencies. The following content analyzes the sequence, procedures, and legal basis in detail.

Conditions for obtaining a real estate brokerage license.

To be granted a practice certificate, individuals must meet standards divided into two main groups:

Conditions regarding examination results

Based on Article 28 of Decree 96/2024/ND-CP, a candidate must achieve passing scores in two independent parts:

• Basic Knowledge: (Land, housing, real estate business, investment laws…) Must score 70/100 or higher.
• Professional Knowledge: (Brokerage process, professional ethics…) Must score 70/100 or higher. Only when passing both parts (Clause 1, Article 28) is an individual considered professionally qualified.

Personal and qualification requirements

According to Article 24 and 25 of Decree 96/2024/ND-CP:

• Subjects: Vietnamese citizens, overseas Vietnamese, and foreigners meeting criteria.
• Personal: Full civil act capacity; not facing criminal prosecution or serving imprisonment.
• Education: Must have graduated from high school (or equivalent) or higher.
• Training: Must possess a certificate of completion of a training course on real estate brokerage knowledge.

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The competent authority for issuing real estate brokerage certificates.

Based on Clause 2, Article 26 of Decree 144/2025/ND-CP (amending Article 31 of Decree 96/2024/ND-CP), the responsibility lies with the Department of Construction (Sở Xây dựng), not the Provincial People’s Committee as before.

• Responsibility: The Department of Construction organizes exams, grades them, and issues certificates. The Director of the Department of Construction approves the list and signs the decision.
• Contact: Clients should contact the “One-Stop Shop” or the specialized division (usually the Housing and Real Estate Market Management Division) of the local Department of Construction.
• Reporting: The Department reports to the Ministry of Construction and the Provincial People’s Committee.

Application for a real estate brokerage license

According to Article 26 of Decree 96/2024/ND-CP, the dossier includes:

1. Registration Form: With a 4x6cm photo taken within 06 months (Appendix XXI of the Decree).
2. ID Document: Certified copy of ID card/Citizen ID/ID Card per Identification Law; proof of Vietnamese nationality/origin or passport (for foreigners).
3. Training Certificate: Certified copy of the certificate of completion of real estate brokerage training.
4. Diploma: Certified copy of High School Diploma (or equivalent) or higher.
5. Photos & Envelopes: Photos (4x6cm, taken within 6 months) and 02 stamped envelopes with the recipient’s address.
6. Foreign Certificate (if any): Certified copy and translation of a valid foreign brokerage certificate (for foreigners and Vietnamese holding foreign certificates).

The process for issuing real estate brokerage licenses.

According to Article 31 of Decree 96/2024/ND-CP (authority amended by Decree 144/2025/ND-CP):

Step 1: Approval and Issuance

The Exam Council reports results to the Director of the Department of Construction. For candidates scoring $\ge$ 70 in both parts, the Director approves the list (Appendix XXII).

Within 10 working days of receiving a valid dossier from successful candidates, the Department prints and issues the certificate.

Step 2: Handover

Candidates receive the certificate directly or by post. The certificate is valid nationwide for 05 years.

• Note: Altering content or lending the certificate for illegal activities is strictly prohibited.

Step 3: Archiving and Publication

The Department of Construction archives dossiers and publishes the list of certified individuals on its website and integrates data into the Ministry of Construction’s system.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Procedure for Obtaining a Real Estate Broker License

Below are some frequently asked questions regarding the procedures for obtaining a real estate broker’s license:

How long is the certificate valid?

It is valid for 05 years from the date of issuance and effective nationwide. After expiration, individuals must retake the exam to obtain a new certificate. (Legal Basis: Clause 4, Article 31, Decree 96/2024/ND-CP).

Is a Secondary School (Middle School) diploma sufficient?

 No. Candidates must have graduated from High School (Level 3) or equivalent or higher. (Legal Basis: Clause 2, Article 25, Decree 96/2024/ND-CP).

Can a lost certificate be re-issued?

Yes. If lost, torn, burnt, or destroyed due to force majeure, re-issuance can be requested at the Department of Construction. (Legal Basis: Clause 9, Article 31, Decree 96/2024/ND-CP, amended by Decree 144/2025/ND-CP).

Can holders of foreign certificates practice immediately?

No. They must pass the examination in Vietnam. However, they submit the foreign certificate as part of the exam registration dossier. (Legal Basis: Clause 6, Article 26, Decree 96/2024/ND-CP).

What is the penalty for lending the certificate?

Lending or allowing others to use the certificate for brokerage activities is strictly prohibited and subject to administrative penalties, revocation, or criminal liability. (Legal Basis: Point b, Clause 7, Article 31, Decree 96/2024/ND-CP).

Conclusion

Preparing the Application for Real Estate Brokerage Certificate requires adherence to Decree 96/2024/ND-CP. Long Phan Consulting Company commits to providing optimal legal solutions. Please contact Hotline 1900636389 for direct advice.