What Are The Basic Requirements To Become Licensed To Deal In Insurance?

The actual requirements vary depending upon the actual license that you are attempting to acquire. However, some requirements are basic to all licenses. For example:

The applicant must be at least 18 years old.
If the applicant has held a license in another state, a letter of clearance must be submitted with the application.
Applicants must present two forms of positive identification at the test center on th4 date of examination one with a signature and a photograph (preferably a driver`s license), and one additional signature identification card. Candidates appearing for an examination without the proper identification will not be admitted to the examination and will forfeit any prepaid examination fees.
All applicants must show the full and complete name (first, middle, & last) and social security number of the applicant. Indicate NMN for no middle name or IO for initial only.

Other Arkansas Insurance FAQs

Q: What Application Form Do I Need?
A: The following chart lists the different types of applications and the fees for each application. Applicants must complete the correct application and include the … More
Q: Where Can I Obtain The Application Forms?
A: The forms can be obtained online at: http://www.state.ar.us/insurance/license/license_p1.html More
Q: Does My Application Have To Be Notarized?
A: Yes. Applications must be notarized and a company official on record must complete the Sponsor`s Certification with the Insurance Department as being authorized to … More
Q: What Should I Do After I Have Received An Examination Permit?
A: Once you have received an examination permit, you must contact ASI at 18882046259 to schedule a test date. The test date cannot be scheduled until you … More
Q: How Long Is An Examination Permit Good For?
A: An examination permit is good for only 90 days. A new application and a new set of fees will be required if the applicant has not taken the examination during that … More
Q: Must I Take Any Pre-Licensing Education Prior To Taking The Examination?
A: Applicants taking the Life, Disability, and/or Multiline examinations must present a certification of completion of prelicensing education at the examination … More
Q: What Are The Pre-Licensing Educational Requirements?
A: All new applicants for agent licenses for life and/or disability, for property, casualty, surety, and marine insurance, broker license, or for an insurance … More
Q: What Happens If I Fail The Examination?
A: If you fail the examination you must call ASI at 18882046259 to make a new exam reservation. A reexamination fee of $80 for one examination or $92 … More
Q: What Happens If I Fail The Exam Twice?
A: Any applicant failing the examination twice will be required to wait 60 days to retake the examination for the third time.
Q: When Will The Examination Be Scored?
A: The examination will be scored at the test center on the date of the examination.