How to get an Alabama insurance license

Step 1: Prepare with an Alabama Pre-Licensing Insurance Course

Our Alabama pre-licensing insurance courses cover the various insurance concepts, definitions, insurance laws and agent regulations listed on the Alabama Examination Content Outline. Courses are presented in a clear and concise format and include instructional videos, interactive illustrations, practice exams, and student support.

National Online Insurance School provides the following pre-licensing insurance courses in Alabama:

Step 2: Pass the Alabama Insurance License Exam

Once prepared to sit for your state exam, you must register with the University of Alabama to take your state insurance exam. Registration must occur at least 7 days in advance of the date in which you intend to sit for your state exam. Exam reservations can be made online at the University's website or over the phone at (205) 348-3000.

Expected cost

Insurance Exam Fee: $50.00 for single-line exam (Life only or Health only)

Insurance Exam Fee: $75.00 for combined exam (Life and Health)

About the state exam

• You are required to provide a current form of identification with a photo (driver's license, passport, etc.) at the testing center
• Exam times are typically available at 8:30 AM and 1 PM on weekdays at various campus locations
• You should arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment to allow time for check-in procedures. If you arrive late you will not be allowed to take your exam and will forfeit your exam fee.
• Applicants with disabilities should make special arrangements prior to registering for the state exam by contacting the testing administrator at (205) 348-3000
• Passing score is 70%

Review our Insurance License Exam Tips to learn more about the state exam format and the types of questions asked on the exam, as well as additional test-taking tips to help you prepare for your exam day.

Step 3: Submit Electronic Fingerprints

After passing your state insurance exam, before applying for your insurance license, you must submit electronic fingerprints to complete a background check. The Department of Insurance requires fingerprints to ensure that applicants do not have a disqualifying criminal or social services background that would prevent them from being a licensed insurance agent.

Expected cost

Electronic Fingerprints Fee: $50.25

Step 4: Complete an Insurance License Application

Once you have passed your state insurance exam, you can apply for your insurance agent license through the Vertafore website. Please keep in mind that you will only be able to electronically apply for your license once you have passed your state insurance exam and the testing vendor has reported your successful completion to the Department of Insurance. Click the button below and follow the steps to complete your application:

1. Click 'Apply for a license' from the menu on the left
2. Choose 'Individual' next to 'Submit Resident Application'
3. Enter your information at the top of the page, choose your state and continue
4. Select 'Producer' as your license type and continue
5. Add which licenses you wish to apply for an continue

For more information, view an illustrated step-by-step guide on how to apply for an insurance license.

License qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• A resident of the state of Alabama
• Pass the state insurance exam for the lines of authority for which you are applying
• Must not have committed any act that is a ground for denial, suspension, or revocation of license. Click here for more details

Expected cost

Application Fee: $60.00

Step 5: Provide Proof of Citizenship

Upon submitting your application, you are required to provide proof of citizenship by completing an online form through the Alabama Department of Insurance website. This form must be submitted to the Department of Insurance before they will issue your insurance license.