How to become an insurance agent in Arkansas
Arkansas insurance agents are licensed by the Arkansas Insurance Department, Licensing Division. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed insurance agent in Arkansas, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Part of the state's website could not be reached when we checked, so some details come from Arkansas law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become an insurance agent in Arkansas?
- Complete pre-licensing education for each line (certificate valid 2 years)
- Pass the PSI exam
- Online criminal background check
- Apply electronically through NIPR
Arkansas insurance agent license requirements
| State license | Yes. Arkansas licenses insurance producers through the Arkansas Insurance Department, Licensing Division. |
|---|---|
| Licensed by | Arkansas Insurance Department, Licensing Division |
| License name | Resident Insurance Producer (lines: Life, Accident Health & Sickness, Property, Casualty, Personal Lines) |
| Education or training | Minimum 20 hours of instruction for each line: Life, Accident & Health or Sickness, Property, Casualty, and Personal Lines. |
| Exam | PSI administers the exams (Life and Health 2.5 hours each; Property/Casualty and Personal Lines 3.5 hours), at test centers or by remote proctoring. |
| Continuing education | CE is required for producer renewal and is due on or before license expiration; hours not confirmed on the pages reviewed. |
How much does it cost?
| Resident application fee (paid through NIPR) | $20 |
|---|---|
| Exam fee (Life, Health, Property/Casualty or Personal Lines) | $50.00 |
| Producer renewal with CE | $90 |
Fees as listed by the state. Schools, courses, exam prep, insurance and equipment cost extra and vary by provider.
Steps to become an insurance agent in Arkansas
- Complete the 20-hour pre-licensing course for each line
- Apply online through NIPR and pay the fee
- Complete the online criminal background check
- Wait for PSI approval to test, then schedule and pass the exam
- Print your license from NIPR 24 hours after passing
- Get appointed by an insurer
Apply on the official Arkansas site
How do you check an insurance agent's license in Arkansas?
- Ask for the license number and confirm it with the Arkansas Insurance Department, Licensing Division.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the person or company you're hiring.
- Ask how long they've been licensed and whether any complaints or discipline are on record.