Licensing requirements
South Dakota
Everything you need to get your insurance producer license in South Dakota — exams are run by Pearson.
Exam fee
$85
Application fee
$25.00
Fingerprints
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CE per renewal
10 hrs
Step by step
Your path to a license
- 1
Choose Your Line of Authority
- 2
Schedule the South Dakota State Examination
- 3
Pass the State Exam
- 4
Apply for License
Pre-licensing education
No explicit education hour requirement located on this page; verify with regulator.
Product training
LTC initial 8 hours; LTC refresher 4 hours; Annuity initial 4 hours; Flood initial 3 hours.
Only needed if you sell those products.
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Things people miss in South Dakota
#1 Low Regulatory Burden
South Dakota is among the most accessible and low-burden states for licensing, featuring no prelicensing or fingerprinting requirements and a low application fee.
#2 Renewal Penalties
Missed renewals require paying double the renewal fee plus a $40 reinstatement fee if processed within 12 months of the license lapse.
Official sites
Direct links
Requirements change, and portal sites may add their own transaction fees. Always confirm with the South Dakota Division of Insurance before you apply.