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Texas Surplus Lines Agent Exam
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Learn Surplus Lines FundamentalsYou are here
Study the structure of surplus lines markets including Lloyd's of London, alien insurers, and the role of surplus lines agents in placing hard-to-insure risks.
Master Texas Surplus Lines Law
Focus on Texas-specific surplus lines statutes, TDI regulations, SLSOT filing requirements, and agent duties under state law.
Study Diligent Search & Tax Requirements
Learn Texas diligent search documentation, the 4.85% premium tax calculation, SLSOT stamping fees, and compliance reporting.
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Can You Take the TX Surplus Lines Exam?
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- •Must hold an active Texas Property & Casualty agent license
- •Spanish-language exam available
- •Background check required
- •Exam content effective December 1, 2025
- •Must maintain P&C license in good standing
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2-4 weeks
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What You'll Study
8 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: General Insurance Principles & Producer Authority
4 sections
Chapter 2: Insurance Contract Law & Legal Doctrines
3 sections
Chapter 3: Surplus Lines Market Structure & Operations
3 sections
Chapter 4: Insurer Eligibility & Non-Admitted Insurers
3 sections
Chapter 5: Diligent Search Requirements & Placement Procedures
3 sections
Chapter 6: Texas Insurance Regulation, Definitions, Marketing Practices, Licensing & Required Disclosures
5 sections
Chapter 7: Surplus Lines Stamping Office of Texas (SLTX) & Filings
3 sections
Chapter 8: Surplus Lines Taxation, NRRA Compliance & Recordkeeping
3 sections
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Texas Surplus Lines Agent Exam
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Exam Content Breakdown
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Lloyd's of London, London market, alien insurers, domestic surplus lines insurers, market structure, and placement procedures
Texas Insurance Code surplus lines provisions, TDI regulations, SLSOT requirements, licensing, and agent responsibilities
Diligent search requirements, documentation standards, eligible surplus lines insurers, and non-admitted insurer qualifications
Texas 4.85% surplus lines premium tax, SLSOT filing requirements, record-keeping obligations, and penalties for non-compliance
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