Licensing requirements
Alabama
Everything you need to get your insurance producer license in Alabama — exams are run by University of Alabama.
Exam fee
$50
Application fee
$80
Fingerprints
$49.20
CE per renewal
24 hrs
Step by step
Your path to a license
- 1
Complete the Pre-Licensing Course
- 2
Schedule the Alabama State Examination
- 3
Pass the State Exam
- 4
Submit Fingerprints
Get fingerprinted after you pass the exam and at least 1 day before you apply. Results stay on file for only 30 days. Choose Alabama Department of Insurance – Producer as your reason.
- 5
Apply for License
Pre-licensing education
No general course requirement reported by the source.
Product training
Flood initial 3 hours.
Only needed if you sell those products.
Heads up
Things people miss in Alabama
#1 Exam Administrator
Unlike most states, Alabama utilizes the University of Alabama for examination services rather than a national vendor.
#2 Application Prerequisites
Proof of citizenship is required to be submitted in accordance with the Beason-Hammon Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act.
#3 Retake Restrictions
A 90-day waiting period applies after a second failure, and a 180-day waiting period follows a fourth failure.
Official sites
Direct links
Requirements change, and portal sites may add their own transaction fees. Always confirm with the Alabama Department of Insurance before you apply.