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217-782-6366

Mail

DOI.Licensing@illinois.gov

Address

Illinois Department of Insurance 320 West Washington Street Springfield, IL 62767-0001 United States

Illinois Licensing and Renewal Guide for Property and Casualty Insurance

last updated 25 Jul 2025

Illinois Licensing and Renewal Guide for Property and Casualty Insurance

What this guide will teach you:

  1. How to apply for and renew an Illinois producer license for property/casualty/health and/or financial insurance services. 
  2. Fees for obtaining and maintaining insurance licenses. 
  3. How to meet continuing education (CE) requirements and deadlines. 
  4. How to access resources and contact information to simplify the process. 

Rules and Requirements for Illinois Property and Casualty Insurance Licenses

What is the minimum age to apply for a new license?

Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years old.

Do I need to provide any specific identification to apply?

Yes, you must have either a SSN (Social Security Number) or a FEIN (Federal Employer Identification Number).

Is proof of residency required?

Yes, you are required to provide proof of residency within the state of Illinois.

Are there any exams I need to pass to get my license?

Yes, you must complete pre-licensing education and the state-approved licensing exam.

Do I need to complete fingerprinting as part of the application process?

Yes, fingerprinting is required.

Are there character requirements to qualify for a license?

Yes, you must pass a state and federal criminal history background check.

How to Apply for a New or Renew an Insurance License in Illinois

Applying for a New Producer License

Applying for a New Producer License

  1. Complete the 20 hours (per line of authority) pre-licensing requirement.  
  2. Pass the Illinois General and State license exami for Life, Health, Property, Casualty, Personal Lines, and P&C. NO exam is required for Limited Lines and Temporary producer licensesii.
  3. Apply for a new license via the National Insurance Producer Registry with supporting documents and pay the licensing fees. (Wait at least 5 days after passing the exam)

Renewing a License

Renewing an Insurance License

  1. Complete and verify continuing education (CE)iii hours. 
  2. Submit an electronic application and pay licensing fees through the NIPR.  

Renewal Period: Licenses require renewal every 2 years before the last day of the licensee’s birth month. License renewals are possible up to 90 days before the expiration date.

Late Renewals: Illinois does NOT provide a grace period for late renewals. Failing to renew on time means the licensee will have to begin the reinstatement process, which is possible up to 12 months after the expiration date.

Non-Resident Producer Licensing

Non-Resident Producer Licensing

Illinois has reciprocity arrangements with most states and issues non-resident licenses in the same line(s) of authority to applicants who are compliant with their resident state’s requirements. 

  1. A licensee must hold an active license in good standing in the resident state. 
  2. Apply electronically via the National Insurance Producer Registry. 

Note: Licensees can transfer a resident license from another state to Illinois within 90 days of relocating (after surrendering the previous resident license) without having to retake the pre-licensing and licensing exams.

Business Entity Applications

Illinois Business Entity Insurance License Applications

  1. Submit an electronic application online at the National Insurance Producer Registry.
  2. Pay the state license fee of $150. 

Illinois Producer Licensing Fees

Licensing fees apply for Illinois appointments, exams, and other services as follows.

 

Fees  Price 
Resident New License/ Renewal Fee  $215 
Non-Resident New License/ Renewal Fee  $380 
Resident Reinstatement Fee  $430 
Non-Resident Reinstatement Fee  $760 
Illinois License Exam Fee  $92iv 

Disclaimer: Fees and requirements may change at any time without prior notice. For the most accurate and up-to-date details, we recommend verifying fees through the NIPR licensing center directly.

Continuing Education (CE) Insurance Licensing Requirements in Illinois

CE requirements include:  

  • 24 hours (Including 3 hours in ethics) 
  • You must meet CE requirements at least ten (10) business days before the renewal date. 

Note: Non-resident agents must complete CE requirements at least one month before the expiration date.

More information about Illinois CE requirements is available at the Illinois Department of Insurance website.

FAQs

Licenses must be renewed every 2 years by the last day of the person’s birth month. Renew your license anytime from 90 days before the expiration date.

If a licensee fails to complete CE requirements a license will have to be reinstated after fulfilling CE requirements and paying a reinstatement fee ($430 residents or $760.00 non-residents). If the licensee fails to reinstate the license within one year, the licensee must apply as a new applicant.

Use the VerifyMyCE page to verify your CE credits. 

You can check your application status on the NIPR website. 

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