How to become an insurance agent in Oregon
Oregon insurance agents are licensed by the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DCBS). Here is what it takes to work as a licensed insurance agent in Oregon, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Who can become an insurance agent in Oregon?
- Complete 20 hours of pre-license training per line
- Pass the required PSI exams
- Fingerprints and a criminal records check
Oregon insurance agent license requirements
| State license | Yes. The state insurance regulator issues resident insurance producer licenses. |
|---|---|
| Licensed by | Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DCBS) |
| License name | Resident Insurance Producer (lines such as Life, Health, Property, Casualty; all lines on one license) |
| Education or training | Required: 20 hours of pre-license training per line of authority. |
| Exam | PSI offers test-center and remote-proctored exams: $45 for a single line, $55 for combined tests. From August 3, 2026, remote-proctored tests require a smartphone as a second camera. |
| License term | Biennial; individual licenses expire in the month of the licensee's birthday. |
| Continuing education | 24 hours each two-year renewal cycle, including at least 3 hours of ethics and 3 hours on Oregon statutes and rules. |
How much does it cost?
| Initial application (online at NIPR) | $105 |
|---|---|
| Renewal paid on time | $60 |
| Renewal if late | $120 |
| Fingerprints/background check (new resident applicants) | $61.25 |
| Exam, single line (PSI) | $45 |
| Exam, combined tests (PSI) | $55 |
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 Oregon
- Complete 20 hours of pre-license training for each line
- Schedule and pass the PSI exams
- Get fingerprinted at a PSI test center or through Fieldprint Oregon
- Apply online through NIPR after passing all exams
- Have the agency file an Affiliation of Producer within 30 days of hire
Apply on the official Oregon site
How do you check an insurance agent's license in Oregon?
- Ask for the license number and confirm it with the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DCBS).
- 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.