How to become an insurance agent in Montana
Montana insurance agents are licensed by the Office of the Montana State Auditor, Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI). Here is what it takes to work as a licensed insurance agent in Montana, 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 Montana law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become an insurance agent in Montana?
- At least 18 years old
- Montana resident
- Passed the exam for each line within one year before applying
- Fingerprinted for a state and federal background check
Montana insurance agent license requirements
| State license | Yes. The state insurance regulator issues resident insurance producer licenses. |
|---|---|
| Licensed by | Office of the Montana State Auditor, Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI) |
| License name | Resident Insurance Producer (lines such as Life, Accident & Health/Disability, Property, Casualty) |
| Education or training | No pre-licensing course requirement is listed in CSI's steps or the Pearson VUE candidate handbook. |
| Exam | Pass the Montana exam for each line through Pearson VUE with a score of 75% or better; the handbook lists a $65 exam fee. |
| License term | Biennial; renew online through NIPR on the schedule set by the Commissioner. |
| Continuing education | 24 approved credit hours every two years, including at least 3 hours of ethics and 1 hour of Montana legislative changes. |
How much does it cost?
| Exam fee (Pearson VUE) | $65 |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint background check (paid to Montana Criminal Records) | $30.00 |
| Resident producer appointment, each insurer | no fee |
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 Montana
- Review the Pearson VUE candidate handbook and content outlines
- Register for and pass the exam (75% or better)
- Apply for the license online through NIPR
- Email the signed Applicant Rights & Consent to Fingerprint Form to CSI
- Mail your fingerprint card and $30 fee to the Montana Criminal Records Division
- Get appointed by each insurer you will represent
Apply on the official Montana site
How do you check an insurance agent's license in Montana?
- Search the name or license number on the official Montana insurance agent license lookup.
- 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.