How to become an insurance agent in New Hampshire
New Hampshire insurance agents are licensed by the New Hampshire Insurance Department. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed insurance agent in New Hampshire, 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 New Hampshire law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become an insurance agent in New Hampshire?
- At least 18 years old
- No acts that are grounds for license denial under RSA 402-J:12
- Pass the exam for each line of authority
New Hampshire insurance agent license requirements
| State license | Yes. The state insurance regulator issues resident insurance producer licenses. |
|---|---|
| Licensed by | New Hampshire Insurance Department |
| License name | Resident Insurance Producer (lines such as Life, Accident and Health or Sickness, Property, Casualty, Personal Lines) |
| Education or training | Not required. The PSI candidate bulletin says no pre-licensing study course is required. |
| Exam | PSI has given the exams since July 1, 2025 (replacing Prometric). The bulletin lists $59 for a single-line exam and $72 for a combined exam (Life, Accident and Health, or Property and Casualty). |
| License term | Two years. The first expiration is the last day of the birth month at least 13 but not more than 25 months after issue, then every two years. |
| Continuing education | 24 hours every two years, including at least 3 (but no more than 10) hours of ethics, certified at least 60 days before renewal (RSA 402-J:7-a). |
How much does it cost?
| Producer application and license fee (RSA 400-A:29) | $210 |
|---|---|
| Biennial renewal | $150 |
| Additional fee for late renewal | $150 |
| Exam fee, single line (PSI) | $59 |
| Exam fee, combined lines (PSI) | $72 |
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 New Hampshire
- Review the PSI candidate information bulletin
- Schedule and pass the PSI exam for each line
- Apply online through NIPR with the NAIC Uniform Application
- Pay the licensing fee
- Get appointed by the insurers you will represent
Apply on the official New Hampshire site
How do you check an insurance agent's license in New Hampshire?
- Ask for the license number and confirm it with the New Hampshire Insurance Department.
- 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.