Canadian looking to work in Florida as a Real Estate Agent

[Matryx]

I'm a Canadian looking to work in Florida as a Real Estate Agent.

Hi a Canadian resident and I want to move to Florida and work there as a Real Estate Agent. There’s a 63hr course I have to take and some fees but for me to be even take the exam at the end to get my license I need a Social Security Number. I’ve talked to some brokerages and Realtors are independent contractors.

Is there a Visa I can apply for so I can get my license and work as a Licensed agent in Florida? How long is the process if it’s even at all possible?

[HondurasNative]

I'm a Canadian looking to work in Florida as a Real Estate Agent.

Hi a Canadian resident and I want to move to Florida and work there as a Real Estate Agent. There’s a 63hr course I have to take and some fees but for me to be even take the exam at the end to get my license I need a Social Security Number. I’ve talked to some brokerages and Realtors are independent contractors.

Is there a Visa I can apply for so I can get my license and work as a Licensed agent in Florida? How long is the process if it’s even at all possible?

Not sure how long it will take now but it is starting to get harder and harder since trump today signed a new executive order pretty much limiting the amount of work visas that will be issued

[NettieL]

Is there a Visa I can apply for so I can get my license and work as a Licensed agent in Florida? How long is the process if it’s even at all possible?

You probably will need to be sponsored by a company for a business visa. I am not sure if Realtors fall under the categories that can apply for a TN visa, which is what Canadians frequently use to work in the US.

As a Canadian, you may enter the US without a visa, but are not allowed to work in the US.

I'm not sure if a TIN (Tax ID Number) may be able to help you do the course.

(Fellow Canadian here)

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Real estate sales agent is not a TN occupation

[NettieL]

Hi a Canadian resident

Just noticed the above. TN is for Canadian citizens, but does not apply in your case because of the job you are applying for.

As a Canadian PR, you can enter the US but is not allowed to work there.

Ask the company if they can sponsor you for another kind of visa. Unfortunately I don't know the options.

[NettieL]

It seems the company may be able to apply for an H1b for you.

[DoJo]

Hello
I recently wanted to move to another country but did not know how to do it, immigration to another country is good, but what to do if you have no idea where to live there or buy a house

[JohnyyStraw]

Trump is long gone, and did the regulations change? I also want to enlarge my presence in the US, and an additional working place in the US would be cool. My base job is in Canada, but I want to have like a hustle in the US. I want to see how well it goes and maybe move there. It was a good time, and I learned a lot there. The laws are significantly different, but the physiological side of the work is the same.

[BNic]

If you decide to become a real estate agent, I'd recommend doing courses because the competition in this sphere is really big. I know there are coaching programs. You can look through the FortuneBuilders reviews here. This is a good education company that can help you gain the needed knowledge and skills. Hope it helps.

[glideglo]

You're on the right track, but yes, you'll need a Social Security Number to take the Florida real estate exam and get licensed. Since realtors are independent contractors, you'll need a visa to legally work in the U.S. The E-2 visa could be an option if you're willing to invest in a business (like your own real estate brokerage), but you might also want to look into the TN Visa, which allows Canadians to work in certain professions in the U.S. under NAFTA/USMCA. While "real estate agent" isn't specifically listed, you could consult an immigration attorney to see if you could qualify through related roles like "Management Consultant" if applicable.
If the TN visa doesn't work, another route could be to explore sponsorship through a brokerage. Some larger brokerages might be open to helping you navigate the visa process, especially if you bring in significant experience or connections. An eXp sponsor can offer guidance on the licensing process and connect you with resources within their global network, potentially helping you navigate visa options.