Key Takeaways
- Arkansas insurance licenses must be renewed every 2 years (biennial cycle)
- Renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education, including 3 hours of ethics
- Licenses expire on the last day of the birth month, every 2 years
- CE must be completed before submitting renewal application
- Address and name changes must be reported within 30 days
License Maintenance and Continuing Education
Arkansas 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) |
| Expiration | Last day of birth month, every 2 years |
| CE Completion | Must complete before renewal |
Continuing Education Requirements
Arkansas 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: Arkansas requires 24 hours of CE every 2 years, including 3 hours of ethics. Make sure all CE is completed before submitting your renewal application.
CE Course Requirements
- Must be completed at AID-approved providers
- Online and classroom options available
- CE must be completed BEFORE license renewal
- CE credits reported electronically by providers
Special Training Requirements
Annuity Suitability Training
Producers selling annuities must:
- Complete one-time 4-hour annuity suitability course
- Follow best interest standards
- Document suitability analysis
Long-Term Care Training
Producers selling LTC products must:
- Complete 8-hour initial training
- Complete 4-hour ongoing training each renewal period
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
Renewal Timeline
- Licenses expire last day of birth month
- Renew every 2 years
- Complete CE before submitting renewal
Reporting Requirements
Arkansas producers must notify AID 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 AID
- Failure to report is a violation
Disciplinary Actions
AID 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 |
Non-Resident Licensing
Arkansas 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
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