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New Licensing Rules for Property Agents: Minimum Transactions Required from 2027

Published July 28, 2026 at 8:02 AM UTC

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From January 1, 2027, property agents in Singapore will need to complete a minimum number of transactions to renew their licences. The Council for Estate Agencies (CEA) announced that agents must fulfill at least three property transactions within a three-year period to extend their licence validity. Those who fail to meet this threshold will have to take a refresher exam before they can renew. The move aims to raise professional standards and ensure agents remain active and competent in a changing market. Industry players have mixed reactions, with some welcoming the push for quality while others worry about the impact on part-time or newer agents. The CEA says the requirement will be reviewed periodically to keep pace with market conditions.