Key Takeaways
- Alaska insurance licenses must be renewed every 2 years (biennial cycle)
- Renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education, including 3 hours of ethics
- CE must be completed before license expiration
- License fee is \$75 for initial and renewal
- Address and name changes must be reported within 30 days
License Maintenance and Continuing Education
Alaska insurance licenses require ongoing maintenance through continuing education and timely renewal.
License Terms and Renewal
Biennial Renewal System
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| License Term | 2 years (biennial) |
| License Fee | $75 |
| CE Completion | Must complete before expiration |
Continuing Education Requirements
Alaska requires 24 hours of CE every 2 years:
CE Breakdown
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Total CE Hours | 24 |
| Ethics (required) | 3 |
| Electives | 21 |
Lines Requiring CE
CE is required for:
- Life Insurance
- Accident & Health Insurance
- Property Insurance
- Casualty Insurance
- Personal Lines
Exam Tip: Alaska requires 24 hours of CE every 2 years, including 3 hours of ethics. Make sure all CE is completed before your license expiration date.
CE Course Requirements
- Must be completed at Division-approved providers
- Online and classroom options available
- CE must be completed BEFORE license expiration
- CE credits reported electronically by providers
Renewal Process
Steps to Renew
- Complete 24 hours of CE (including 3 hours ethics)
- Log into NIPR at nipr.com
- Verify CE completion is recorded
- Submit renewal application
- Pay renewal fee ($75)
Renewal Timeline
- Complete CE before license expiration
- Renew every 2 years
- Apply through NIPR
Reporting Requirements
Alaska producers must notify the Division of changes within 30 days:
Required Notifications
- Change of business address
- Change of residence address
- Change of name
- Administrative actions by other states
- Criminal charges or convictions
How to Report
- Update through NIPR online portal
- Or submit in writing to Division
- Failure to report is a violation
Non-Resident Licensing
Alaska has reciprocity with most states:
- Non-residents with active home state license can apply
- Same lines of authority as home state
- No exam required if home state license is current
- Must maintain home state license in good standing
- Apply through NIPR
Disciplinary Actions
The Division can take disciplinary action against licensees for violations:
Grounds for Discipline
- Violating insurance laws or regulations
- Fraudulent or dishonest practices
- Misappropriation of funds
- Misrepresentation to clients
- Failure to maintain CE requirements
- Failure to report required information
- Criminal conviction
Types of Discipline
| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Warning | Minor first offense |
| Probation | License continues with conditions |
| Fine | Monetary penalty |
| Suspension | Temporary loss of license |
| Revocation | Permanent loss of license |
License Status Types
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Active | License current and in good standing |
| Inactive | Not actively selling (voluntary) |
| Expired | License term ended, not renewed |
| Suspended | Temporary disciplinary action |
| Revoked | License permanently cancelled |
| Cancelled | Voluntarily surrendered |
Unique Alaska Considerations
Due to Alaska's geography and remote locations:
- Limited testing centers - Only Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau
- Fingerprinting - Only available in Anchorage
- OnVUE online testing - Helpful for remote Alaska residents
- Non-resident licensing - Good option for producers serving Alaska clients from other states
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