Hong Kong Estate Agent Licence Exam (EAQE) — Complete Guide
Estate Agent (E Paper) · Salesperson (S Paper) · Study Strategy
What is the EAQE?
The EAQE (Estate Agent's Qualifying Examination) is the qualifying examination administered by the Estate Agents Authority (EAA) of Hong Kong. Passing it is a prerequisite for lawfully carrying on estate agency work in Hong Kong. The examination is divided into two streams: the Estate Agent licence (E Paper) and the Salesperson licence (S Paper).
Estate Agent (E Paper) vs Salesperson (S Paper)
Estate Agent — E Paper
Once licensed, an estate agent may operate independently or manage an estate agency business. Candidates must sit and pass both Part I and Part II in the same sitting.
Salesperson — S Paper
A licensed salesperson must work under the supervision of a licensed estate agent. The S Paper covers a narrower syllabus.
Exam Format
Part I (Multiple-choice questions)
60 MCQs, 90 minutes, pass mark 60% (36/60)
Part II (Case studies)
20 case-study questions, pass mark 60% (24/40)
Note: Part I and Part II must be taken in the same sitting, and both must be passed together.
The Eight Syllabus Parts
The EAQE covers 8 Parts, each carrying a different weighting:
- Part 1: Introduction to the Estate Agency Trade in Hong Kong (lightly weighted)
- Part 2: Estate Agents Ordinance and Estate Agency Practice (highest weighting)
- Part 3: Law Governing Estate Agency Practice and Conveyancing Procedures
- Part 4: Land Registration System, Land Search and Property-related Information Systems
- Part 5: Building-related Knowledge, Property Classification and Property Management
- Part 6: Principles and Practice of Property Valuation
- Part 7: Leasing and Tenancy Matters
- Part 8: Management of Estate Agency Business and Supervision of Salespersons
Key Ordinances (Essential)
The following ordinances form the core of the EAQE syllabus and should be studied thoroughly:
Study Strategy
- Prioritise Part 2 and Part 3 — together they account for over half of Part I questions
- Study the learning objectives of each Part in the EAA's official syllabus
- Practise mock exams to get used to the 90-minute time pressure
- Part II case studies focus on practical application, not rote memorisation
- Review questions you got wrong repeatedly to identify weak areas
From Registration to Licence: Step-by-Step
- Register: Apply through the EAA's website or designated examination body, choose the Estate Agent (E Paper) or Salesperson (S Paper) stream, pay the fee, and select your exam date and language.
- Sit the exam: E Paper candidates must take Part I (MCQ) and Part II (case studies) in the same sitting, bringing valid ID. S Paper covers a narrower scope.
- Results: You receive a result notice showing your marks for each part. Both Part I and Part II must reach 60% to pass.
- Apply for the licence: After passing, submit a licence application to the EAA with supporting documents (character reference, work-experience proof, etc.). You may practise only once approved.
The full journey from registration to licensing typically takes several weeks to a few months, depending on exam scheduling and licence-approval times.
Common Mistakes That Cost Marks
- Wrong statutory figures: receipts for client money must be issued "immediately" (not within 14 days); the maximum disciplinary fine is HK$300,000 and suspension is capped at 2 years — number questions trip up many candidates.
- Confusing E Paper and S Paper scope: S Paper candidates over-study all 8 Parts and waste time, while E Paper candidates skip Part 8 on supervising salespersons.
- Rote-learning Part II cases: case studies test practical application and analysis; reciting ordinances without applying them to the scenario misses the point.
- Neglecting lightly weighted Parts: Part 1 carries few questions, but skipping it entirely throws away easy marks.
- Poor time management: Part I gives 90 minutes for 60 questions — about 1.5 minutes each; getting stuck on hard questions sinks the whole paper.
An 8-Week Study Timetable (sample)
- Weeks 1–2: Focus on Part 2 and Part 3 (Estate Agents Ordinance and related law — the highest weighting).
- Weeks 3–4: Part 4 (land registration, searches) + Part 5 (building knowledge, property management).
- Week 5: Part 6 (property valuation) + Part 7 (leasing and tenancy).
- Week 6: Part 1 (industry introduction) + Part 8 (business management and supervision) to cover the lighter Parts.
- Week 7: Full-scope timed mock exams; redo wrong questions and pinpoint weak areas.
- Week 8: Overall revision + practical-application practice for Part II case studies.
Candidates with industry experience can compress this to 4–6 weeks; newcomers should allow a full 8 weeks or more.
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