New York Insurance FAQs

• Q: What Are The Rights And Privileges Associated With A New York State Life Broker License?
  A: Section 2104(b)(1)(A) of the New York State Insurance Code establishes the right for a licensee to perform the same services as a life, accident & health agent … More
• Q: Are Service Contract Providers Required To Be Registered In The State Of New York?
  A: As of January 15, 1998 they must be registered with the state of New York. Providers may obtain registration applications by providing their name and address the … More
• Q: What Are The Requirements For Continuing Education By The State Of New York?
  A: The State of New York divides the required courses into the following two categories: regular courses (RC), or limited course (LC). The former category (RC) includes … More
• Q: How Can I Locate Continuing Education Courses That Are Offered Near My Residence?
  A: The state has a voice automated telephone information service that provides information on providers of continuing education. This information is provided according to … More
• Q: If I Want To Pursue Multiple Licenses, Do I Have To Accumulate Fifteen Credits Of Coursework Biennially For Each License?
  A: Actually, they allow you to apply the credits that you have accumulated during a given biennial licensing period toward multiple licenses that are in similar … More
• Q: Are There Any Types Of Insurance Agents That Are Exempt From Having To Take Continuation Education Course?
  A: Agents who only sell travel accident or baggage insurance and those who represent only certain fraternal organizations are not required to complete continuing education.
• Q: Will The State Give Me Credit For Completing A Designation Course?
  A: Yes, as long as the Licensing Services Bureau has approved the course and instructor. In addition, this approval must have been in place at the time you took the … More
• Q: If For Some Reason I Do Not Send-In My Registration Materials Prior My Expiration Date, Will I Be Covered By Any Type Of Grace Period?
  A: No, there is no grace period. If you do not have your materials post­marked by the last day of your licensing period, you will no longer be licensed after that … More
• Q: How Do I Satisfy New Yorks Continuing Education Requirements When Renewing My Non-Residents License?
  A: The submission of a home state certification with your renewal application will satisfy the New York continuing education requirements.
• Q: Is It Possible To Get Temporary Licenses, Such As In The Case Of An Adjuster, During Times Of Crisis?
  A: During times of crisis, the superintendent may issue a temporary permit for a term not exceeding 120 days. These permits are available to persons who intend to act as … More

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