New Hampshire Insurance Licensing State Requirements

On this page, you will find all of the state-specific information for Insurance Licensing in the state of New Hampshire. This information pertains to resident license applicants. For additional information for resident licensing, or for non-resident license information, please refer to the New Hampshire Insurance Department website at www.nh.gov/insurance. Information is subject to change, and we will do our very best to make the process of completing your licensing education requirements as simple as possible.

New Hampshire Insurance Department

License Division
21 South Fruit Street, Suite 14
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-271-0203
Fax: 603-271-7029
Website: www.nh.gov/insurance
Email: producerquestions@ins.nh.gov

How to Get Your New Hampshire Insurance License

1. Complete an Insurance Exam Prep Course

Those looking to earn a New Hampshire insurance license have a significantly higher chance of passing their licensing exam when they complete one of Kaplan’s exam prep courses. Give yourself the best chance to pass before you sit for the state exam.

Prelicensing Education Hour Requirements

The state of New Hampshire does not require prelicensing education. Although prelicensing education is not required, due to the difficulty and nature of these exams, Kaplan highly recommends enrolling in a study course.

Prelicensing Education Exemptions

Candidates with the following designations or certifications need only take the applicable Insurance Laws and Regulations exam for the line(s) of insurance for which they are applying:

CLU® designees who are applying for only a Life license need only take and pass the NH Life Insurance Laws and Regulations exam.
CLU® designees who are applying only for an Accident and Health license need only take and pass the NH Accident and Health Insurance Laws and Regulations exam.
CLU® designees who are applying for a Life, Accident and Health license need only take and pass the NH Life, Accident and Health Insurance Laws and Regulations exam.
CPCU® designees who are applying for a Property and Casualty license need only take and pass the New Hampshire Property & Casualty Insurance Laws and Regulations exam.

Adjuster License Requirements

All insurance adjusters in this state are required to be licensed. Check with the Department of Insurance in your resident state to see how to obtain an adjuster license.

This information is based on state laws and regulations and is subject to change. Kaplan Financial Education makes every effort to make sure this information is current and accurate, however, Kaplan Financial Education is not engaged in rendering legal or professional advice and shall not be held responsible for inaccuracies contained herein.

2. Pass Your New Hampshire Licensing Exam

After completing your exam prep course, you must pass a state licensing exam. Kaplan’s exam prep content is based directly on the New Hampshire licensing exams, so you will be prepared to pass the first time.

Exam Provider: Prometric

For exam information and for scheduling, go to the Prometric website: https://www.prometric.com/newhampshire/insurance

Phone Number: 800-869-6603

3. Apply for New Hampshire Insurance License

After passing the appropriate license exam (if an exam is required), you will need to submit a number of items to the Department depending on the type of license you are seeking.

For Information, Rules and Requirements, an FAQ and to apply, please go to the NIPR website: https://nipr.com/licensing-center/state-requirements/new-hampshire-resident-licensing-individual

4. Plan to Complete Required Insurance Continuing Education (CE) Credits

Every insurance producer must adhere to their home state’s CE requirements. Stay on top of your CE and ahead of the competition with 365 days of unlimited course access when you enroll in a CE library with Kaplan.

Learn how to renew a New Hampshire insurance license by clicking https://www.kaplanfinancial.com/insurance-continuing-education/new-hampshire

Select a Line of Authority and Start Earning Your License Today:

Life & Health

This license qualifies you to explain, sell, and write life and health insurance products in New Hampshire.

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Property & Casualty

This license qualifies you to sell products designed to protect from financial issues as a result of damage or injury in New Hampshire.

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Personal Lines

This license qualifies you to sell a variety of insurance plans directly to consumers in New Hampshire.

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Adjuster

This license qualifies you to investigate and adjust any claim in connection with an insurance policy in New Hampshire.

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