California Insurance License Renewal

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As a licensed insurance agent in California, it’s important to understand the renewal process for your license. Your license must be renewed every two years in order to continue practicing.

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Renewal Requirements

In order to renew your California insurance license, you must meet the following requirements:

Requirement
Details
Complete Continuing Education
You must complete a total of 24 hours of continuing education, including 3 hours of ethics training, before your license expiration date.
Pay Renewal Fee
The renewal fee for a California insurance license is $253. You can pay online through the California Department of Insurance website.
No Felony Convictions
You must not have been convicted of a felony or a crime involving dishonesty or breach of trust.

Note that if your license has been expired for more than 90 days, you will be required to retake your licensing exam.

Continuing Education Requirements

As mentioned, completing 24 hours of continuing education is required for license renewal. This can be done through online courses, in-person classes, or a combination of both. Courses must be approved by the California Department of Insurance.

Of the 24 hours, 3 must be in ethics training. The remaining hours can be in any topic related to insurance, such as property and casualty, life and health, or commercial insurance.

It’s important to keep track of your continuing education hours and course completion certificates, as you will be required to provide proof of completion when you renew your license.

Renewal Process

The renewal process for a California insurance license can be completed online through the California Department of Insurance website. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

  1. Login to your account on the California Department of Insurance website.
  2. Select the “Renew License” option.
  3. Pay the renewal fee of $253.
  4. Upload proof of completing 24 hours of continuing education, including 3 hours of ethics training.
  5. Submit your renewal application.

Once your application has been processed and approved, you will receive your renewed license in the mail.

FAQ

How often do I need to renew my California insurance license?

You must renew your license every two years.

What are the renewal requirements?

You must complete 24 hours of continuing education, including 3 hours of ethics training, and pay a renewal fee of $253.

What happens if I let my license expire?

If your license has been expired for more than 90 days, you will be required to retake your licensing exam.

Can I renew my license online?

Yes, you can renew your California insurance license online through the California Department of Insurance website.

What counts as continuing education for license renewal?

Continuing education courses must be approved by the California Department of Insurance and can be completed online, in-person, or a combination of both. Of the 24 required hours, 3 must be in ethics training.

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