what do I need to complete an application
- complete all the relevant sections of the application form.
- Attach/pay the correct fee (non-refundable). This is payable at the time of lodging the application.
- Three business references have been completed for the individual or for each director using the pro forma. (see Business Reference section below).
- Original fidelity bond (as per Second Schedule of the Regulations) or approved security (pro forma bank guarantee) of $6,000 where the proposed licensee is an individual or $10,000 where the proposed licensee is a company. Alternatively, where a fidelity bond or approved security has already been lodged by the existing licensee, an undertaking in writing may be provided by the surety under the bond or security to hold itself liable in respect of the proposed licensee as if the fidelity bond or approved security were lodged in respect of the proposed licensee (provided always that the bond is in the appropriate amount).
- Written notification of trust account details within 14 days of the account(s) being opened. Please attach to your notification bank documentation detailing the name of the account(s) (ensuring that the title includes the name of licensee), the name and address of the bank where the account is kept and the BSB and account number(s).
Lodging your application
Once you have completed the application form and have all of your supporting documents ready, you can lodge your application in one of two ways:
| By Post | In Person (including payments) |
|---|---|
| Licensing Services Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety Locked Bag 100 EAST PERTH WA 6892 | Customer Service Level 1, Mason Bird Building 303 Sevenoaks Street CANNINGTON |
Business reference
Show moreApplicants must provide two business references completed using the pro forma.
- References from relatives/domestic partner, subordinates, business partners or co-directors will not generally be accepted.
- At least one reference must be from a person external to the applicant’s current place of employment.
- References should be as detailed as possible but include only information that is relevant to the applicant’s suitability to hold a real estate agent’s licence. Any additional relevant information should be attached.
- Applicants must have a minimum of two years’ full-time relevant experience in the preceding five years. References should outline the applicant’s relevant experience within this period.
- Where Consumer Protection is unable to determine the applicant’s suitability to hold a real estate agent’s licence due to insufficient information being provided in support of the application, the reference will not be accepted.
- The answers provided should be limited to the person’s character and repute and fitness to hold a licence.
