Who Must Be Licensed In The District Of Columbia?

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Who Must Be Licensed In The District Of Columbia?

Any individual who solicits insurance on behalf of an insurer; takes or transmits other than for him or herself an application for insurance or a policy of insurance to or from an insurer; advertises or otherwise gives notice that he or she will transmit insurance policies or applications; receives, collects, or transmits any premium of insurance, or performs any other acts in the making of an insurance contract for or with an insurer, other than for him or herself, must be a licensed agent of the insurer for which the act is done or the risk is taken.

Other District of Columbia Insurance FAQs

Q: Where Can I Obtain Insurance Licensing Information?
A: You may obtain licensing information from the Department of Insurance and Securities Regulation: Address: Department of Insurance and Securities Regulation 810 First … More
Q: Who Must Meet Prelicensing Education Requirements?
A: Each applicant who applies for a license as an insurance agent or broker shall furnish at the time of filing his or her application a certificate of evidence of … More
Q: Are There Any Additional Licensing Requirements?
A: Property and casualty brokers must furnish a $20,000 Bond Form with an expiration date of April 30, 2001 or later and a power of attorney form.
Q: What Are The Non-Resident Licensing Requirements?
A: The District of Columbia has signed the Uniform Treatment Declaration and is accepting the Uniform NonResident Licensing Application. The uniform treatment … More
Q: How Do I Register For And Schedule An Insurance Licensing Exam?
A: Assessment Systems, Inc. (ASI) administers insurance licensing examinations in the District of Columbia. Candidates may make a reservation by: calling ASI Customer … More
Q: How Do I Obtain The Licensing Application Forms?
A: Applications for Resident Agents and Brokers and Applications for NonResident Agents and Brokers are available from the DC Department of Insurance Web site. The … More
Q: What Are The Fees For A New License?
A: A new license is $100 ($200 for surplus lines) and $100 per authority. For fee information on insurance provider licensing, contact Insurance Licensing Specialist at … More
Q: What Is The Procedure For Obtaining An Appointment?
A: To add a new appointment or to terminate an existing appointment, please obtain a copy of the District of Columbia Notice of New Appointment/Appointment Termination. … More
Q: What Are The Licensing Renewal Procedures?
A: Licenses are renewed biennially during odd years. All licensees will receive a license renewal form at least 30 days prior to the end of the renewal period. Renewal … More