Key Takeaways

  • DC requires 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years
  • CE must include 3 hours of ethics training
  • Renewal period is now 90 days before expiration (changed March 2025)
  • Licenses renew on a biennial basis
  • Must complete CE before renewal deadline
Last updated: January 2026

License Maintenance and Continuing Education

DC insurance licenses require ongoing maintenance through continuing education and timely renewal.

License Terms and Renewal

Biennial Renewal System

ItemRequirement
License Term2 years (biennial)
Renewal Period90 days before expiration (as of March 2025)
MethodOnline through NIPR
Grace PeriodCannot transact while lapsed

2025 Update

Effective March 14, 2025: DC updated the renewal period from 60 days to 90 days before the license expiration date.

Continuing Education Requirements

DC requires 24 hours of continuing education (CE) every 2 years:

CE Breakdown

RequirementHours
Total CE Hours24
Ethics (required)3
Electives21

CE Course Requirements

  • Must be completed at approved CE providers
  • Online and classroom options available
  • Cannot repeat the same course in the same biennium
  • CE must be completed BEFORE license expiration
  • Providers report CE credits electronically

Exam Tip: The 3-hour ethics requirement is mandatory and cannot be substituted with other courses.

Renewal Process

Steps to Renew

  1. Complete CE before expiration (24 hours including 3 ethics)
  2. Verify CE completion is recorded
  3. Log into NIPR (nipr.com)
  4. Submit renewal application
  5. Pay renewal fee
  6. Confirm license status is active

Late Renewal Consequences

TimingConsequence
Before expirationNormal renewal
After expirationCannot transact insurance
Within reinstatement periodMay reinstate with penalties
Extended lapseMay need to retake exam

Reporting Requirements

DC producers must notify DISB of changes:

Required Notifications

  • Change of business address
  • Change of residence address
  • Change of name
  • Change of business entity
  • Administrative actions by other states
  • Criminal charges or convictions

How to Report

  • Update through NIPR portal
  • Or submit in writing to DISB
  • Timely reporting required
  • Failure to report is a violation

Appointments

Insurer Appointments

Appointment DetailsRequirements
Who FilesInsurance company
WhenBefore selling company's products
FeePaid by insurer
TerminationInsurer must notify DISB

Appointment Requirements

  • Cannot sell products for an insurer until appointed
  • Multiple appointments allowed
  • Appointment is specific to each line of authority
  • Termination for cause must be reported

Disciplinary Actions

DISB can take disciplinary action for violations:

Grounds for Discipline

  • Violating insurance laws or regulations
  • Fraudulent or dishonest practices
  • Misappropriation of premium funds
  • Misrepresentation
  • Failure to maintain required CE
  • Criminal conviction
  • License revocation in another jurisdiction

Types of Discipline

ActionDescription
WarningMinor first offense
ProbationLicense with conditions
FineMonetary penalty
SuspensionTemporary loss of license
RevocationPermanent loss of license

Non-Resident Licenses

Requirements for Non-Residents

  • Must hold active license in home state
  • Apply through NIPR
  • Maintain home state license in good standing
  • If home state license lapses, DC license lapses
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