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last updated 20 Feb 2026

Montana Licensing and Renewal Guide

What this guide will teach you:

How to apply for or renew a Montana producer insurance license for property/casualty/health/life/financial insurance services.
What fees to expect for obtaining and maintaining insurance licenses.
How to meet continuing education (CE) requirements and deadlines.
How to access resources and contact information to simplify the process.

Rules and Requirements for Montana Property and Casualty/Health/Financial Insurance Licenses

New applicants must meet Montana’s eligibility standards, including age, residency, and background requirements.

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 provide a SSN (Social Security Number) or a FEIN (Federal Employer Identification Number). Non-citizens must show proof of U.S. work authorization.

Is proof of residency required?

Yes, resident producer licenses require proof of residency within the state of Montana.

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

Yes, you must pass the appropriate producer licensing exam(s).

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 and Renew a Producer License in Montana

Applying for a New Producer License in Montana

Renewing a Producer License in Montana

Licenses require renewal and proof of CE compliance every 2 years before the expiration date. License renewals are possible up to 90 days before the expiration date. The renewal process differs for each license. You can find your renewal date in the upper right-hand corner of your license.

Complete and verify continuing education (CE) hours. Verify that all the requirements in your transcript are complete.
Submit an electronic application and pay licensing fees through the NIPR.

Late Renewals: Late renewals are allowed up to one year after the license expires. After one year, applicants must restart the initial licensing process.

Non-Resident Producer Licensing in Montana

Montana issues non-resident licenses in the same lines of authority as your home state. Be sure to review the Continuing Education (CE) reciprocity arrangements between Montana and your home state to ensure compliance.

How to apply for a non-resident license:

Apply for a license through NIPR by choosing a Non-Resident License (NRL) Application and submitting supporting documentation along with fees.

How to transfer a resident license from another state to Montana:

Contact the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance for more details.

Note: Licensees can transfer a resident license from another state to Montana within 90 days of relocating (after surrendering the previous resident license) without retaking the licensing exams.

Montana Business Entity Insurance License Applications

Montana Producer Licensing Fees

Licensing fees for initial licenses, renewals, exams, and other services are as follows.

Fees	Price
Resident/Individual/Business Entity/New License/Renewal Fee	$0.00
Non-Resident Individual/Business Entity New License Fee	$100.00
Non-Resident Individual Renewal Fee	$50.00
Non-Resident Business Entity Renewal Fee	$0.00
Resident/Non-Resident Individual Late Renewal Fee	$100.00
Fingerprint Card	$30.00
Montana License Exam Fee	$65.00

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 Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance website directly.

Continuing Education (CE)

CE requirements:

24 hours of CE (including 3 hours of ethics and 1 credit hour of legislative changes in Montana insurance statutes and administrative rules) every 2 years.

More information about Montana CE requirements is available at: Continuing Education – Official Website of the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance.

FAQs

When do I need to renew my Montana insurance license?

Licenses in Montana require completion of CE every 2 years before the expiration date. The Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI) website has a licensee lookup tool to find your exact renewal date and track your CE credits. You can also check your renewal date on the NIPR website.

What if I miss the Montana insurance license renewal deadline?

Montana offers a one-year grace period for renewal of individual producer licenses after a $100 late fee is paid. After the grace period, the licensee must reinstate the license by applying as a new applicant.

How can I track my Montana producer CE credits?

Use tools available on the Montana-specific VerifyMyCE account.

Where can I check my Montana insurance license application status?

You can check your application status on the NIPR website.

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Montana Licensing and Renewal Guide

What this guide will teach you:

Rules and Requirements for Montana Property and Casualty/Health/Financial Insurance Licenses

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

Do I need to provide any specific identification to apply?

Is proof of residency required?

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

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

Are there character requirements to qualify for a license?

How to Apply for and Renew a Producer License in Montana

Applying for a New Producer License in Montana

Applying for a New Producer License in Montana

Renewing a Producer License in Montana

Renewing a Producer License in Montana

Non-Resident Producer Licensing in Montana

Non-Resident Producer Licensing in Montana

Montana Business Entity Insurance License Applications

Montana Business Entity Insurance License Applications

Montana Producer Licensing Fees

Continuing Education (CE)

FAQs

When do I need to renew my Montana insurance license?

What if I miss the Montana insurance license renewal deadline?

How can I track my Montana producer CE credits?

Where can I check my Montana insurance license application status?

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