Arkansas Insurance Licensing

Get Your Arkansas Insurance License Online

Arkansas requires 20 hours of prelicensing education per line of authority (Life or Health) before candidates can sit for the state exam. Uniquely, Arkansas is an application-before-exam state — you must receive an Authorization to Test from the Arkansas Insurance Department before scheduling your PSI exam. The state's agricultural economy and growing retirement communities in the Ozarks and River Valley regions drive steady demand for life and health insurance agents.

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What Do You Need?

Whether you're getting licensed for the first time or renewing your existing license, we have the course for you.

Prelicensing

New to insurance? Get your Arkansas insurance license with a state-approved prelicensing course. Study online at your own pace, then pass the state exam.

  • 100% online & self-paced
  • Pass guarantee included
  • Starting at $199
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Continuing Education (CE)

Already licensed? Complete your Arkansas CE hours online before your renewal deadline. We report your completion to the state same-day.

  • Same-day DOI reporting
  • Complete at your own pace
  • Starting at $39
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Arkansas Insurance Licensing Requirements

Everything you need to know to get — and keep — your Arkansas insurance license.

Prelicensing Requirements

  • Life Only20 hours$199
  • Health Only20 hours$199
  • Life & Health40 hours$199

CE & Renewal Requirements

  • Total CE Hours24 hours
  • Renewal Period2 years
  • Ethics Hours3 hours required

State Exam

  • ProviderPSI Services LLC
  • Passing Score70%
  • Exam Fee$50
  • ResultsWithin 24 hours (most candidates receive results within minutes of completing the exam)
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Arkansas Insurance Department

Your license application is submitted to the Arkansas Insurance Department. Most applications are processed within 2–5 business days when submitted online through NIPR or the DOI portal.

Apply before scheduling your exam

Arkansas requires license application approval before you can schedule the state exam.

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Last Verified: March 2026Provider Approval #: 500028661

Legal References

Insurance Code: Arkansas Code Annotated, Title 23, Subtitle 3 – InsuranceView Statutes

Prelicensing: Ark. Code §23-64-202

CE Requirements: Ark. Code Ann. 23-64-304

Why Choose JustInsurance for Your Arkansas License?

We've helped 30,000+ agents get licensed across all 50 states. Here's why they choose us.

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State-Approved Courses

Every JustInsurance course is officially approved by the Arkansas Insurance Department to fulfill prelicensing and CE requirements.

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Study Anywhere

Access your course on any device — desktop, tablet, or phone. Study at home, during lunch, or on the go.

Pass Guarantee

Complete the course and take your exam. If you don't pass, we refund your course fee. Simple as that.

Same-Day CE Reporting

We report your CE completions to the Arkansas Insurance Department the same day you finish. No paperwork needed.

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Built to Pass

Practice exams that mirror your actual state exam, flashcards, and video lessons taught by licensed experts.

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Real Support

Questions? Our expert support team answers real questions about the course and the licensing process.

What Our Students Say

4.9 stars from 30,000+ students licensed nationwide

The JustInsurance course walked me through everything, including the Arkansas application-before-exam process. I knew exactly what to do at every step and passed on my first try.

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Courtney F.

Licensed Insurance Agent

The video lessons broke down complicated regulations into plain language. I felt genuinely prepared walking into the exam room.

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Sarah K.

Health Insurance Agent

I appreciated that the course covered exactly what the state exam tests — nothing more, nothing less. No time wasted on irrelevant material.

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Michael P.

Insurance Producer

Arkansas Insurance License FAQs

How do I get my Arkansas insurance license?

Getting your Arkansas insurance license involves four steps. First, complete a state-approved prelicensing course (40 hours for the combined Life & Health line). Second, pass the Arkansas state licensing exam administered by PSI Services LLC — you need a score of at least 70% to pass. Third, complete a background check, including fingerprinting. Fourth, Submit your application through NIPR before scheduling your exam and pay the Arkansas Insurance Department application fee of $15. Most candidates complete the entire process in Approximately 3-4 weeks from start to finish. JustInsurance offers fully online, self-paced prelicensing courses approved for Arkansas that get you to exam day confident and prepared.

How much does it cost to get an Arkansas insurance license?

The total cost to get your Arkansas insurance license typically runs $200-300. Here is how it breaks down: the PSI Services LLC exam fee is $50, the Arkansas Insurance Department application fee is $15, and a background check adds a small additional cost. If you need a prelicensing course, JustInsurance's Arkansas combined Life & Health package is $199 — that's $199 less than purchasing Life and Health courses separately. Everything you need to get licensed, with no hidden fees.

How long does it take to get licensed in Arkansas?

Most focused candidates complete the Arkansas insurance licensing process in Approximately 3-4 weeks from start to finish. That timeframe covers finishing your prelicensing course (you get 30 days of access; most students finish in 5–10 days), scheduling and passing the PSI Services LLC state exam, clearing your background check, and waiting for the Arkansas Insurance Department to process your application. The PSI Services LLC exam delivers results quickly — most candidates receive their score before leaving the testing center. JustInsurance's self-paced format lets you move as fast or as steady as your schedule allows.

What is the pass rate for JustInsurance students on the Arkansas insurance exam?

JustInsurance students pass the Arkansas insurance licensing exam at a rate of 93.2% on their first attempt. The exam is administered by PSI Services LLC and requires a minimum score of 70% to pass. That strong outcome reflects the depth of our prelicensing curriculum — candidates who train with structured, state-approved material consistently outperform those who attempt the exam without preparation. If you do not pass on your first attempt, you can retake it after scheduling your next available test date for your first and second retakes, but a 4-week mandatory waiting period applies after every third consecutive failure. You must pass the exam within 90 days of your Authorization to Test and may take the exam up to 3 times within that 90-day period. After 3 failures or when the 90-day window expires, you must repeat the entire application process. JustInsurance includes a full-length practice exam that mirrors the actual PSI Services LLC question format, so you know exactly what to expect on test day.

How much do insurance agents make in Arkansas?

Insurance agents in Arkansas earn an average of $72,260 per year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. New agents starting out typically earn around $29,950 in their first year while building a client base, and top producers in Arkansas can earn $128,780 or more annually. Demand for new insurance producers remains steady in Arkansas. Income is heavily influenced by the lines of authority you hold and whether you work as a captive or independent agent — the combined Life & Health license unlocks the broadest product range and highest earning potential.

Why does Arkansas require you to apply before scheduling the insurance exam?

Arkansas is one of a handful of states that requires you to submit your license application through NIPR and receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) before you can schedule your state exam with PSI. This process typically takes up to 48 hours. Once you receive your ATT, you have 90 days and up to 3 attempts to pass. If you don't pass within that window, you must restart the application process.

Special Training Requirements for Arkansas

Arkansas mandates additional training for agents selling certain product types. Review these requirements before you apply.

Long-Term Care (LTC)

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

National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)

3-hour National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) course required.

Annuity Training

4-hour annuity suitability training required before selling annuity products.

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