Auctioneer
Required for persons who conduct auctions for compensation in Wisconsin, covering both live and online auctions.
How to Get a Auctioneer in Wisconsin
| Issuing Body | WI DSPS |
| Initial Fee | $68 |
| Exam Required | Yes — DSPS-administered exam covering Wisconsin auction law and practice |
| Experience Required | Completion of a DSPS-approved auctioneer education program or apprenticeship |
Continuing Education
Wisconsin requires 10 hours of continuing education every Biennially (even-numbered years) to renew your auctioneer.
10 hours per renewal cycle
License Lookup & Verification
Verify a auctioneer holder's credentials through the Wisconsin DSPS online license lookup tool.
Verify a License →Frequently Asked Questions — Auctioneer
Do I need a license to hold an auction?
Yes. Anyone conducting auctions for compensation must be licensed by DSPS. Exceptions exist for certain government and charity auctions.
Can I run an online auction without an auctioneer license?
If you are conducting the auction yourself (calling bids), you likely need a license. Simply listing items on eBay is not 'conducting an auction.'
How much does an auctioneer license cost?
The license fee is $68, with $68 biennial renewals. Education programs cost $500-$3,000.
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