Arizona License Requirements

Arizona Insurance License Requirements (2026)

Everything you need to know to get and keep your Arizona insurance license — hours, exam, fingerprinting, renewal, and state-specific rules.

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Arizona Insurance License Requirements at a Glance

Key facts for getting and maintaining your Arizona insurance license.

Minimum Age18 years old
Residency RequirementMust be a resident of Arizona
Prelicensing Hours (Life)None required (optional)
Prelicensing Hours (Health)None required (optional)
Prelicensing Hours (Life & Health Combined)None required (optional)
Exam ProviderPSI (effective September 3, 2025)
Exam Fee$50
Passing Score70%
Application Fee$120
Background Check Cost$22
Fingerprinting RequiredYes
CE Hours Required48 hours every 4 years
Ethics CE Hours6 hours
Renewal DeadlineLast day of birth month (every 4 years)
License Duration4 years
Special Training RequiredYes (see below)
Total Cost Estimate$350-$550 total estimated licensing cost
Total Licensing TimeApproximately 3-4 weeks from start to finish

How to Get Your Arizona Insurance License

Follow these five steps to go from zero to licensed in Arizona.

1

Complete Prelicensing Education

Prelicensing education status for Arizona: None required (optional). Check with the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions for current requirements.

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2

Schedule and Pass the State Exam

The Arizona insurance licensing exam is administered by PSI (effective September 3, 2025). The exam fee is $50, and you'll need a passing score of 70%. Schedule your exam online after completing your prelicensing education.

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3

Complete Fingerprinting

Fingerprinting required through Fieldprint (formerly IdentoGO). Submit Form L-FPV with your fingerprint card.

4

Apply for Your License

Submit your application through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR) The application fee is $120. Processing typically takes 30 days.

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5

Get Appointed and Start Selling

Once your Arizona insurance license is issued, you must be appointed by an insurance carrier before you can sell their products. Each carrier you work with will submit an appointment request to the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions. Appointments are typically processed within a few business days, and there is no additional exam required. Your sponsoring agency or carrier will guide you through this process.

Arizona Fingerprinting Requirements

Fingerprinting required through Fieldprint (formerly IdentoGO). Submit Form L-FPV with your fingerprint card.

Name Match Requirement

Your name on the exam registration, course enrollment, and license application must match your government-issued ID exactly. Any discrepancies — including middle names, suffixes, or maiden names — can cause delays in your license application.

Special Training Requirements for Arizona

Arizona requires additional training for agents selling certain specialty products. These are separate from standard prelicensing hours.

Long-Term Care (LTC) Training

8-hour initial LTC training required before selling long-term care products.

Annuity Training

4-hour annuity suitability training required before selling annuity products, per ARS §20-1241.

Arizona CE Renewal Requirements

To keep your Arizona insurance license active, you must complete continuing education every 4 years. Here are the details:

48 hours

Total CE Hours

6 hours

Ethics Hours Required

4 years

Renewal Period

Last day of birth month (every 4 years)

Renewal Deadline

$111

CE Package Price

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Regulatory Body

Arizona Insurance Licensing Laws & Regulations

Legal citations and statutory references governing insurance licensing in Arizona.

Insurance Code

Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 20 – InsuranceView Statute

Prelicensing Education

N/A — not required

Examination Requirements

Ariz. Rev. Stat. 20-284(A)

Age Requirements

ARS § 20-285(B)(1)

Background Check

ARS Sec. 20-285(E)(2)

Fingerprinting

ARS § 20-285(E)(2)

License Application

A.R.S. § 20-285(A)

CE Requirements

Ariz. Rev. Stat. 20-2902

CE Ethics

Ariz. Rev. Stat. §20-2902(A)(2)

Administrative Code

Title 20, Chapter 6 - Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions, Insurance DivisionView Statute

Provider Regulation

Arizona Revised Statutes §§20-2901 through 20-2905

Arizona Insurance License Requirements — FAQs

How long does it take to get an Arizona insurance license?

Most candidates complete the Arizona insurance licensing process in Approximately 3-4 weeks from start to finish. This includes completing prelicensing education, passing the state exam, fingerprinting (if required), and waiting for license approval after submitting your application.

What happens if my name doesn't match my ID in Arizona?

Your name on the exam registration, course enrollment, and license application must match your government-issued ID exactly. Any discrepancies — including middle names, suffixes, or maiden names — can cause delays in your license application.

Where do I get fingerprinted in Arizona?

Fingerprinting required through Fieldprint (formerly IdentoGO). Submit Form L-FPV with your fingerprint card.

Can I transfer my insurance license from another state to Arizona?

Reciprocal licensing is available for producers licensed in good standing in their home state. No exam is required.

How much does an Arizona insurance license cost?

The total cost to get your Arizona insurance license typically falls in the $350-$550 total estimated licensing cost range. This includes: prelicensing course fees, the exam fee ($50), the state application fee ($120), and the background check cost ($22). Individual costs vary based on the line of authority you choose.

What are the Arizona CE requirements?

Arizona requires licensed insurance agents to complete 48 hours of continuing education every 4 years, including 6 hours of ethics training. Renewal deadline: Last day of birth month (every 4 years). JustInsurance offers state-approved CE packages starting at $111.

Who is the exam provider for the Arizona insurance license exam?

As of September 3, 2025, Arizona uses PSI Services LLC as its insurance exam provider. Previously, Pearson VUE administered Arizona's insurance exams. You can schedule your exam at PSI test centers throughout Arizona or online via remote proctoring. Arizona licenses run for 4 years and require 48 hours of CE (including 6 hours of ethics) at renewal.

What are the prelicensing hour requirements in Arizona?

Arizona requires None required (optional). Courses are available fully online through JustInsurance.

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