Washington Insurance Licensing State Requirements

On this page, you will find all of the state-specific information for Insurance Licensing in the state of Washington. This information pertains to resident license applicants. For additional information for resident licensing, or for non-resident license information, please refer to the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner website at http://www.insurance.wa.gov. Information is subject to change, and we will do our very best to make the process of completing your licensing education requirements as simple as possible.

Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner

Agents and Brokers
PO Box 40257
Olympia, WA 98504-0257
Phone: 360-725-7144
Fax: 360-586-2019
Website: http://www.insurance.wa.gov
Email: LicInfo@oic.wa.gov

How to Get Your Washington Insurance License

1. Complete an Insurance Exam Prep Course

Those looking to earn a Washington insurance license have a significantly higher chance of passing their licensing exam when they complete one of Kaplan’s exam prep courses. Give yourself the best chance to pass before you sit for the state exam.

Prelicensing Education Hour Requirements

The state of Washington does not require prelicensing education.

Although prelicensing education is not required, Kaplan highly recommends enrolling in a study course due to the difficulty and nature of these exams.

2. Pass Your Washington Licensing Exam

To earn an insurance license, you must first pass a state licensing exam for each desired line of authority. Kaplan’s exam prep content is based directly on the licensing exams, so you will be prepared to pass the first time.

Exam Provider: PSI

For exam information and for scheduling, go to the Pearson VUE website: https://www.psiexams.com/test-takers/

Phone Number: 855-205-5825

3. Apply for a Washington Insurance License

Once you have passed your state licensing exam, you are ready to apply for an insurance license.

For Information, Rules and Requirements, an FAQ and to apply, please go to the NIPR website: https://nipr.com/licensing-center/state-requirements/washington-resident-licensing-individual

4. Get Fingerprinted

Fingerprint requirements can be found on the WA Office Of the Insurance Commissioner website: https://www.insurance.wa.gov/fingerprint-requirements

5. Plan to Complete Required Insurance Continuing Education (CE) Credits

Every insurance producer must adhere to their home state’s CE requirements. Stay on top of your CE and ahead of the competition with 365 days of unlimited course access when you enroll in a CE library with Kaplan.

Learn how to renew a Washington insurance license by clicking here.

Select a Line of Authority and Start Earning Your License Today:

Life & Health

This license qualifies you to explain, sell, and write life and health insurance products in Washington.

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Property & Casualty

This license qualifies you to sell products designed to protect from financial issues as a result of damage or injury in Washington.

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Personal Lines

This license qualifies you to sell a variety of insurance plans directly to consumers in Washington.

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Adjuster

This license qualifies you to investigate and adjust any claim in connection with an insurance policy in Washington.

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