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Don’t Miss the Deadline: Louisiana Individual Appointment Renewals Close Soon
Ensure compliance by finalizing your Louisiana individual appointment renewals before January 2, 2025.
Beat the Clock on Louisiana Individual Appointment Renewals
The renewal window for Louisiana individual insurance appointments is ending! From November 27, 2024, through January 2, 2025, ensure your Accident & Health, Casualty, Life, Property, and Variable Life appointments are renewed to maintain compliance.
Key Dates and Details
The November 22, 2024, termination deadline may have passed, but it’s never too early to prepare for the next renewal cycle. Proactive planning ensures you avoid unnecessary fees and administrative headaches while staying fully compliant with state regulations.
The 2024 renewal period runs from November 27, 2024, to January 2, 2025, at 4:00 PM CST. Important points to note:
*Fees: $20 per appointment, plus NIPR’s processing fee (minimum $5, maximum $1,000).
*Renewals: Appointments paid by the deadline will reflect as renewed on the Producer Database (PDB) with an effective date of December 31, 2024.
Mark your calendar now, organize your terminations early, and stay ahead of deadlines to keep your operations running seamlessly. For more tips and assistance, visit the NIPR website or contact the Louisiana Department of Insurance.
Mandatory Electronic Processing
All renewals must be processed electronically through NIPR (Company Appointment Renewals User Agreement). Payments are immediately reflected, and transactions are forwarded to the state within 24 hours. Note that invoices will no longer be visible on the NIPR website after the January 2 deadline.
Stay Ahead of Compliance
Don’t wait until the last moment to secure your renewals. Missing the deadline could result in appointment cancellations, requiring costly reappointments later.
Takeaways
Finalize your renewals today! For more information, visit the NIPR website or contact the Louisiana Department of Insurance. Stay compliant, save time, and avoid penalties—act now!
Contact Information
Mailing Address
Producer Licensing Division, Louisiana Department of Insurance
Attention: Licensing
P.O. Box 94214
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9214
Phone: (225) 342-0860
Fax: (225) 342-3754 (Please limit faxes to 25 pages)
Louisiana URL: License Application
Special Instructions:
Producer/Adjuster Portal (Instructions): Industry Access Portal – Main Page
PSI Test Center (800.733.9267): PSI Online – One stop Solution for Test Takers
Beat the Deadline: Oklahoma Appointment Renewals for 2024
Don’t Miss Your Chance to Renew Before December 31, 2024
Attention all insurance carriers!
The Oklahoma appointment renewal period is well underway, but time is running out. With the December 31, 2024, deadline fast approaching, it’s crucial to act now to ensure your appointments remain active.
Oklahoma requires annual appointment renewals for insurance producers, limited lines insurance producers, title agents, motor service clubs, and managing general agents. The renewal period began on November 25, 2024, and will close at 4:00 PM CST on December 31, 2024. Appointments not renewed by this deadline will be canceled automatically.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Renewal Fees: Each appointment renewal costs $30. NIPR also charges a processing fee of 1% of the total state fee, with a minimum of $5 and a maximum of $1,000.
- Invoice Details: Invoices and renewal lists have been available since November 25, 2024, via the NIPR website. Company Appointment Renewals User Agreement
- Mandatory Processing: All renewals must be processed electronically through NIPR. Payments made electronically are forwarded to the state within 24 hours. Both NIPR fees and state appointment fees are non-refundable.
- Important Reminder: To plan for next year, terminations for appointments you don’t wish to renew should be submitted to NIPR prior to November 16th.
Key Deadline to Remember:
- December 31, 2024, at 4:00 PM CST: Final day to submit payments. After this time, invoices will no longer be accessible, and unpaid appointments will be canceled.
Takeaways
Don’t wait until the last minute! Oklahoma’s appointment renewal window is closing fast, and missing the deadline could disrupt your operations. Log in to the NIPR website (Oklahoma Appointment Renewals | NIPR) today to review your invoice, complete your payments, and secure your appointments for another year.
Act now to stay compliant and keep your business running smoothly. If you have questions about the process, reach out to the NIPR (Oklahoma Appointment Renewals | NIPR) or your compliance administrator for assistance.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
Oklahoma Insurance Department
400 NE 50th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone: (405) 521-2828
In State Toll Free Number: 800 522-0071
Fax: (405) 521-6635
Email: Licensing@oid.ok.gov
Oklahoma Website: Licensing and Education Division – Oklahoma Insurance Department
This information is provided for general guidance purposes only. Compliance requirements can vary by state, so users are responsible for understanding and adhering to the specific regulations applicable to their insurance operations.
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