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State Licensing Requirements for Insurance Adjusters
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Alaska Licensing
| Alaska Department of Insurance PO Box 110805 Juneau, AK 99811 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (907) 465-2515 Fax: (907) 465-3422 Email: insurance@commerce.state.ak.us Applications: Download License Application Online License Application Schedule Fingerprinting |
Cost: $75 Registration/Licensing Fee $54.25 Fingerprint Card Fee, plus $15 Service Fee $75 Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $45 Exam Registration Resources: Candidate Handbook Print License Non-Residents: If you are licensed in your home state you do not need to take the Alaska Exam. |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Alaska you must have six months' (recent) experience as any of the following listed below:
- Independent Adjuster
- Independent Adjuster Trainee
- Insurance Producer
- Managing General Agent
- Reinsurance intermediary manager or broker
- Underwriter or claims adjuster employee of an insurer
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Alabama Licensing
| Alabama Department of Insurance PO Box 303351 Montgomery, AL 36130 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (334) 269-3550 Fax: (334) 241-4192 Email: insdept@alabama.gov Applications: Residents Apply Here Non-residents with license in home state Apply Here Non-residents without license Apply Here |
Cost: $20 Application Fee $80 Licensing Fee, plus credit card processing fee of 3.5% $80 Renewal Fee Exam: Online course and exam 4 Day Classroom course and exam Resources: Report a Change of Address Online Services Catastrophe Exception: Alabama allows unlicensed adjusters to process claims on behalf of an insurer due to a catastrophe. You are required to register online. |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Alabama you must meet the following requirements:
- 19 years old
- Complete the Alabama Pre-Licensing Course and Exam
- Be trustworthy and of good character
* Additional information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Arkansas Licensing
| Arkansas Department of Insurance 1200 W Third St Little Rock, AR 72201 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (501) 371-2750 Fax: (501) 683-2604 Email: insurance.license@arkansas.gov Applications: License Registration License Renewal |
Cost: $120 Application Fee $22 Checking Fee $60 Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $136 Download Exam Registration Online Exam Registration Resources: Candidate Handbook Non-Residents: If you are licensed in your home state, complete this form and send the application fee. |
All adjusters must be at least 18 years of age to take the Arkansas State Adjusters Licensing Exam.
You must complete the Arkansas State Adjusters License Exam, if you are:
- Resident of Arkansas
- Resident of another state that does not license adjusters
- If you currently have a license and move to Arkansas, you do not have to take the exam
* Please visit or contact the Arkansas Department of Insurance for current and updated information.
* Additional information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Arizona Licensing
| Arizona Department of Insurance 2910 N 44th Street, Ste 210 (2nd Floor) Phoenix, AZ 85018-7269 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Licensing Counter Hours of Operations Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (602) 364-4457 Fax: (602) 364-4460 Within Arizona but outisde Phoenix Metro Area: (877) 660-0964 Email: Licensing@azinsurance.gov Applications: Download Individual Adjusters License Application Download Individual Adjusters Renewal Application Online Adjusters License Application Online Adjusters Renewal Application |
Cost: $120 Application Fee $22 FBI Fingerprint Processing $120 Renewal Fee (Depending On Renewal Term) Exam Fee: $62 Exam Registration Exam Study Guide Certificatation letter or clearance letter: $3 Non-Residents: If you are currently licensed in your home state complete this form. |
All adjusters must be at least 18 years of age in order to take the Arizona State Adjusters Licensing Exam.
You must complete the Arizona State Adjusters License Exam, if you are:
- An Arizona Resident
- A Resident of Another State and that state does not issue Adjuster Licenses
- If you are moving to Arizona, you must submit your Licensing Application within 90 days after you cancel your License from your former Home State, and submit a clearance letter from your Home State.
* Additional information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
California Licensing
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California Department of Insurance
320 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814
Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays)
Contact Information: Main: (800) 967-9331 Fax: (916) 322-3555 Applications: Online Adjusters License Application Online Adjusters Renewal Application |
Cost: $227 License Fee $57 Application Fee $58 FBI Fingerprinting Process $213 Renewal Fee (Valid for 2 years and expires on 5/31 of each even year) Exam Fee: $54 Online Exam Additional Requirements:
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All adjusters must be at least 18 years of age in order to take the California State Adjusters Licensing Exam.
You must complete the California State Adjusters License Exam, if you are:
- Resident of California
- Resident of another state that does not license adjusters
- If you are moving to California, you must take the exam. California's licensing procedure does not account for licenses in another state.
* Please visit or contact the California Department of Insurance for current and updated information.
* Additional information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Colorado Licensing
The state of Colorado does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Indiana, Florida, or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.Connecticut Licensing
| Connecticut Department of Insurance PO Box 816 Hartford, CT 06142 Hours Of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (860) 297-3849 Fax: (860) 566-3978 Email: cid.licensing@ct.gov Applications: Applicants Apply Here |
Cost: $130 Application/Licensing Fee $80 Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $0 Exam Registration Exam Outline Resident's of Connecticut must complete a certfication letter. Non-Residents: If you hold a license in your state of residence you do not have to pass the state exam, unless you reside in New York State. If you are a New York resident, you will still have to take the exam. |
**If you have a Texas Adjusters License, you can apply for the Connecticut license without having to pass the Connecticut exam**
Requirements to become a claims adjuster in the state of Connecticut:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have good morale character
- Financially responsible
* Additional information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Delaware Licensing
| Delaware Department of Insurance 841 Silver Lake Blvd Dover, DE 19904 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (302) 674-7390 Fax: (302) 736-7906 Email: licensing@state.de.us Applications: New License Application Application if already licensed in other state |
Cost: $75 Application Fee $50 Renewal Fee for Residents, $75 Non-Residents Exam Fee: $45 Exam Registration Non Residents: If you are licensed in another state, you do not have to pass the Delaware state exam to receive your license. |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Delaware one must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Pass the licensing exam
- Delaware resident adjusters must pass additional exam for and receive the Workers' Compensation Line of Authority.
- Non-resident Delaware adjusters that are qualified for Workers' Compensation in another state can apply for the Line of Authority without testing.
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Florida Licensing
| Florida Department of Insurance 200 East Gaines Street Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0318 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (850) 413-3137 Fax: (850) 413-3291 Applications: Online License Application |
Cost: $50 Application Fee $22 Fingerprint Fee $5 License ID Fee $42 State Exam (if required) Exam Fee: $42 Online Exam Registration Applicants are able to take the 40 hour Certified Adjuster Designation course online or in-person in leiu of the state exam. Non-Residents: Must pass the exam or Ceritified Adjuster Designation course, unless licensed in a reciprocal state. |
All adjusters must be at least 18 years of age in order to take the Florida State Adjusters Licensing Exam.
You must complete the Florida State Adjusters License Exam, if you are:
- Resident of Florida
- Resident of a state that does not license adjusters
- If you currently have an adjusters license from another state and are moving to Florida, you do not have to take the exam
* Additional information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Georgia Licensing
| Georgia Department of Insurance Two Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. West Tower, Ste 704 Atlanta, GA 30334 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (404)656-2101 Fax: (404) 657-8542 Email: agents@oci.ga.gov Applications: Licensing Application Renewal Application |
Cost: $115 Initial Licensing and Application Fee $65 Application Fee $15 Late Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $115 Exam Registration Candidate Handbook Resident adjusters must complete a 40 hour Property and Casualty pre-licensing course and pass the state exam. Non-residents that are currently licensed can obtain a George state license if they are currently licensed in their home state. |
All adjusters must be at least 18 years of age in order to take the Georgia State Adjsuter Licensing Exam.
You must complete the Georgia State Adjusters License Exam, if you are:
- Resident of Georgia
- Resident of another state and that does not license adjusters
- If you currently have an adjusters license from another state and are moving to Florida, you do not have to take the exam
* Additional informatino can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Hawaii Licensing
| Hawaii Department of Insurance PO Box 3614 Honolulu, HI 96811 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM Hawaii Standard Time (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (808) 586-2790 Fax: (808) 586-2788 Email: inslic@dcca.hawaii.gov Applications: License Application Fingerprinting |
Cost: Application Fee - Fee Schedule $40 Background Check $180 Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $75 Exam Registration |
Requirements to become a licensed adjuster in the state of Hawaii:
- 18 years old
- If you are a convicted felon, you must request written consent from the commissioner to partake in the business of insurance
- Live in Hawaii
- Have successfully passed the Hawaii Adjuster's Exam
- Have paid the license fee
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Iowa Licensing
The state of Iowa does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Indiana, Florida, or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Idaho Licensing
| Idaho Department of Insurance 700 W State St., 3rd Floor PO Box 83270 Boise, ID 83720-0043 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (208) 334-4250 Fax: (208) 334-4398 Applications: License Application Fingerprinting Non Resident Application |
Cost: $80 Resident/Non-Resident Application Fee $60 Fingerprinting Fee $60 Online/$80 Mail In Renewal Fee $160 Fee to Reinstate Up to One Year Past Expiration Exam Fee: $60 Exam Registration |
- 21 years old
- Be trustworthy and of good character
- Not convicted of a felony or a crime that involves moral depravity
- Have had sufficient training
- Pass Idaho adjuster examination (when applicable)
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Illinois Licensing
The state of Illinois does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Indiana, Florida, or Texas license. Please refer to those states to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional information can be found at Illinois Department of Insurace
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Indiana Licensing
| Indiana Department of Financial Services 311 W Washington St, Ste. 300 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (317) 232-0688 Email: mcanfield@idio.in.gov Applications: License Application Renewal Application |
Cost: $40 Resident/$90 Non-Resident Application Fee $40 Resident/$90 Non-Resident Renewal Fee $40 Resident/$90 Non-Resident Licensing Fee $20 Emergency Adjuster Licensing Exam Fee: $90 Indiana Pre-Licensing Course Designating Indiana as Home State |
All adjusters must be at least 18 years of age in order to take the Indiana State Adjusters Licensing Exam.
You must complete the Indiana State Adjusters License Exam, if you are:
- Resident of Indiana
- Resident of a state that does not license adjusters
* Please visit or contact the Indiana Department of Financial Services for current and updated information
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Kansas Licensing
The state of Kansas does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Indiana, Florida, or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Kentucky Licensing
| Kentucky Department of Insurance 215 W. Main St. Frankfurt, KY 40601 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (502) 564-6004 Fax: (502) 564-6030 Testing: (502)564-3384 Email: DOI.AgentLicensingMail@ky.gov Applications: License Application (Resident) License Application (Non-resident) Criminal Background Report |
Cost: $50 Registration/Licensing Fee $15 Background Check $50 Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $50 Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Kentucky you must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Live in Kentucky, or have an adjuster license in another state that requires an examination
- Be trustworthy and of good reputation
- Be financially responsible
- Pass a written examination in either Kentucky or a reciprocal state
- Have an office accessible to the public
- Pay the necessary fees
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Louisiana Licensing
| Louisian Department of Insurance 1702 N. 3rd St. Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (225) 342-5900 Applications: License Application |
Cost: $55 Application Fee $72.25 Electric Fingerprinting Fee $50 Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $55 Licensing Fee Exam Registration |
All adjusters must be at least 18 years of age in order to take the Louisiana State Adjusters Licensing Exam.
You must complete the Louisiana State Adjusters License Exam, if you are:
- A Louisiana Resident
- Resident of a state that does not license adjusters
- If you currently have an adjusters license from another state and are moving to Louisiana, you do not have to take the exam
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Massachusetts Licensing
The state of Massachusetts does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Indiana, Florida, or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.Maryland Licensing
The state of Massachusetts does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Indiana, Florida, or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.Maine Licensing
| Maine Department of Insurance 34 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0034 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (207) 624-8475 Fax: (207) 624-8599 Email: Insurance.PFR@maine.gov Applications: License Application |
Cost: $30 Licensing Fee (Resident) $15 Application Fee (Resident) $15 Licensing Fee (Non-Resident) $60 Application Fee (Non-Resident) $30 Renewal Fee (Residents) $60 Renewal Fee (Non-residents) Submit one check for each application submitted. Exam Fee: $77 Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Maine you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Exemptions from the license requirement include:
- Attorneys admitted to practice in Maine;
- Employees of insurers;
- Licensed producers authorized by contract to settle and pay claims within a specified limit established by the insurer or fraternal benefit society not to exceed $5,000;
- Persons adjusting only life and health insurance claims
- Adjuster trainees (a person who has "less than one year total experience handling loss claims....who is not licensed in this state as an adjuster and who is employed by and subject to the immediate supervision of an adjuster who is licensed in the State and who has been established in the business of adjusting for 3 years or more.")
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Michigan Licensing
| Michigan Department of Insurance PO Box 30220 Lansing, MI 48909 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (517) 373-0220 Fax: (517) 335-4978 Email: ofir-licensinge@michigan.gov Applications: License Application |
Cost: $15 Registration/Licensing Fee $5 Residents NIPR Transaction Fee $6.18 Non-resident NIPR Transaction Fee $5 Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $40 Exam With Workers' Compensation Exam Without Workers' Compensation |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Michigan you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Pass the Michigan adjuster examination
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Minnesota Licensing
| Minnesota Department of Commerce/Insurance 85 7th Place E, Ste. 500 St. Paul, MN 55101 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (651) 296-4026 Fax: (651) 297-1959 Email: education.commerce@state.mn.us Applications: License Application |
Cost: $90 Licensing/Application Fee $25 Catastrophe License Fee $55 Crop and Hail License Fee $50 FBI Fingerprinting Fee Exam Fee: $45 Exam Registration |
You must complete the Minnesota State Adjusters License Exam, if you are:
- Resident of Minnesota
- Resident of a state that does not license adjusters
- If you currently have an adjusters license from another state and are moving to Minnesota, you do not have to take the exam
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Missouri Licensing
The state of Missouri does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Indiana, Florida, or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.Mississippi Licensing
| Mississippi Department of Insurance PO Box 79 Jackson, MS 39205-0079 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (601) 359-3582 Fax: (601) 359-1951 Email: licensing@mid.state.ms.us Applications: License Application |
Cost: $50 Registration/Licensing Fee $50 Renewal Fee $50 Emergency Adjuster Fee Exam Fee: $85 Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Mississippi you meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Complete 12 hours of pre-licensing education in an approved adjuster course
- Pass the Mississippi adjuster exam
- Emergency Adjusters: You may apply for a 180-day emergency adjuster license by filling out the correct application
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Montana Licensing
| Montana Department of Insurance 840 Helena Ave Helena, MT 59601 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (406) 444-2040 Fax: (406) 444-3497 Email: stateauditor@mt.gov Applications: License Application |
Cost: $50 Application Fee $100 Renewal Fee $200 Reinstatement Fee Exam Fee: $68 Exam Registration $50.50 Digital Fingerprinting |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Montana you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Resident of Montana or a state that allows Montana residents to act as adjusters in that state
- Trustworthy and of good character
- Pass the Montana exam
- Non-residents must submit a letter of verification from their home state, or a state in which they are an adjuster, along with the application
Phone: (866)761-8069
Website: https://pearsonwest.ibtfingerprint.com/ * Please visit or contact the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance for current and updated information
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
North Carolina Licensing
| North Carolina Department of Insurance 1204 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1204 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (919) 807-6750 Fax: (919) 715-3794 Email: ASD@ncdoi.gov Applications: Licensing Application |
Cost: $50 Application Processing Fee $5 NIPR Application Fee $75 License Fee $50 Registration Fee $75 Renewal Fee $40 Renewal Processing Fee Exam Fee: $51.50 Exam Registration Information Additional Fees May Apply for the Adjuster Designation Fingerprinting information will be sent to you AFTER you submit your license application. |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of North Carolina you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Complete the North Carolina adjuster exam (both residents and non-residents need to take this)
- If you hold an adjuster license in your home state, you may apply for a Non-Resident license without taking the North Carolina Exam
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
North Dakota Licensing
The state of North Dakota does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Florida or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.Nebraska Licensing
The state of North Dakota does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Florida or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.New Hampshire Licensing
| New Hampshire Department of Insurance 21 South Fruit Street, Suite 14 Concord, NH 03301 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (603) 271-0203 Fax: (603) 271-1406 Email: requests@ins.nh.gov Applications: Resident Application Non-Resident Application |
Cost: $75 Licensing/Application Fee $75 Biennial Renewal Fee Exam Fee: Exam Registration $100 Adjuster's P&C Insurance $79 Adjuster's WC Insurance |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of New Hampshire you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- If you are a resident, you will have to pass the New Hampshire adjuster examination
- If you are a non-resident and you either already hold an adjuster license in your home state or have 6 months of adjusting experience, then you do not need to take the New Hampshire exam
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
New Jersey Licensing
The state of New Jersey does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Indiana, Florida, or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
New Mexico Licensing
| New Mexico Department of Insurance 1120 Paseo De Peralta PO Box 1269 Santa Fe, NM 87504 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (505) 827-1246 Email: agents.licensing@state.nm.us Applications: License Application Adjuster Affiliation Form Bond Form *All application and bond forms must be notarized |
Cost: $30 Registration/Licensing Fee $30 Renewal Fee $20 Affiliation Fee Exam Fee: No exam required |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of New Mexico you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Be a resident of this state, or of a state that permits residents of this state to act as adjusters there
- Be able to demonstrate a good business reputation, and must intend to engage in a genuine manner in the business of adjusting insurance claims
- Have at least one year's experience or special education or training in handling claims under insurance contracts
- Be bonded in the amount of at least $10,000
- Pay the $30 licensing fee
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Nevada Licensing
| Nevada Department of Insurance Carson City Office 1818 E. College Pkwy Ste 103 Carson City, NV 89706 Las Vegas Office 2501 East Sahara Avenue, Suite 302 Las Vegas, NV 89104 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Carson City Office Main: (775) 687-0700 Fax: (775) 687-0787 Las Vegas Office Main: (702) 486-4009 Fax: (702) 486-4007 Email: insinfo@doi.state.nv.us Applications: License Application |
Cost: $195 Application/Licensing Fee $37.50 Fingerprinting Fee Exam Fee: $55 Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Nevada you must meet the following requirements:
- 21 years old
- Submit a fingerprint card
- Be a Nevada resident for 90 days befor submitting your application
- Have 2 years experience (within the last 5 years) handling and adjusting claims
- Pass the Nevada adjuster exam
- If you would like to be an Associate Adjuster, you must be 18 years or older but there is no exam
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
New York Licensing
| New York Department of Insurance One Commercial Plaza Albany, NY 12257 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Contact Information: Main: (518) 474-6630 Fax: (518) 474-5048 Email: licensing@ins.state.ny.us Exam Application |
Cost: $100 Licensing Fee for the first year $50 Licensing Fee for the second year $85.75 Fingerprinting Fee Exam Fee: $49 Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of New York you must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Never have committed a felony or any crime involving fraudulent or dishonest practices
- Have a $1,000 bond to cover the licensing period
- Take and pass the New York adjuster exam within 2 years prior to application
- Resident of New York
- Resident of a state that does not license adjusters
- If you received you adjuster license from another state within 2 years of moving to New York, you are not required to take the exam
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Ohio Licensing
The state of Ohio does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Indiana, Florida, or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Oklahoma Licensing
| Oklahoma Department of Insurance Five Corporate Plaza, 3624 NW 56th, Ste. 100 Oklahoma City, OK 73112-4511 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Contact Information: Main: (405) 521-3916 Fax: (405) 522-3642 Email: licensing@oid.ok.gov Applications: License Application Renewal Application |
Cost: $30 Application Fee for one class $50 for two or more classes $30 Renewal Fee/$50 for two or more classes Exam Fee: $20 Exam Registration |
All adjusters must be at least 18 years of age in order to take the Oklahoma State Adjusters Licensing Exam.
- Resident of Oklahoma
- Resident of a state that does not license adjusters
- Non-Resident moving to Oklahoma, if you hold a current Adjuster License you are exempt from the exam
- If you hold a license from NV, AZ, CA, HI, NY you will need to take the Oklahoma exam
For nonresident adjusters designating Texas as your Designated Home State, you must have the correct specific license type when you are sumbitting applications to the Oklahoma Insurance Department. In the past, the OID (Oklahoma Insurance Department) has been flexible when applicants have had pending applications with the Texas Department of Insurance, but will no longer accept pending nonresident adjuster applications. You must contact Texas Department of Insurance if you need to change the license type.
* Please visit or contact the Oklahoma Department of Insurance for current and updated information
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Oregon Licensing
| Oregon Department of Insurance 350 Winter St NE Salem, OR 97301-3883 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (503) 947-7980 Fax: (503) 378-4351 Email: dcbs.insmail@state.or.us Applications: License Application Criminal Records Request Form |
Cost: $75 Registration/Licensing Fee $47.25 Background Check $45 Renewal Fee $45 Late Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $45 Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Oregon you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Be an Oregon resident
- Pass the Oregon adjuster examination
- Disclose any felony or misdemeanor convictions
- Complete criminal records request form
* Please visit or contact the Oregon Department of Insurance for current and updated information
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Pennsylvania Licensing
The state of Pennsylvania does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain Florida or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Rhode Island Licensing
| Rhode Island Department of Insurance 1511 Pontiac Avenue, Bldg. 69-2 Cranston, RI 02920 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (401) 462-9520 Fax: (401) 462-9602 Email: ldesilets@dbr.state.ri.us Applications: License Application |
Cost: $120 Registration/Licensing Fee $50 Application Fee $120 Biennial Renewal Fee $170 Reinstatement Fee $15 Letter of Certification Exam Fee: $90 Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Rhode Island you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Criminal Background Check
- New York residents must submit fingerprint cards
- Massachusetts residents must complete a CORI request form
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
South Carolina Licensing
| South Carolina Department of Insurance 1201 Main Street, Suite 1000 Columbia, SC 29201 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Phone: (803) 737-6095 Fax: (803) 737-6100 Email: agntmail@doi.sc.gov Applications: Resident Application for Adjuster Non-Resident Application for Adjuster SLED Criminal History Report License Renewal |
Cost: $80 Resident Licensing and Application Fee $80 Non-resident Licensing and Application Fee or the applicant's home state, whichever is greater $80 License Renewal Fee $25 SLED Report Fee (Resident only) Exam Fee: $45 Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of South Carolina you must meet the following requirements:
- at least 18 years old
- Residents of South Carolina
- Non-resident applicants who are licensed in a state that requires an exam do not have to take the South Carolina exam.
- Emergency Adjusters: In the event of a catastrophe in which the normal supply of licensed South Carolina adjusters is not enough to handle the amount of claims filed, licensed insurers may appoint emergency adjusters with a 120 day temporary license. Application for Appointment as an Emergency Adjuster Application.
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
South Dakota Licensing
The state of South Dakota does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Florida or Texas license. Please refer to those states to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Tennessee Licensing
The state of South Dakota does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Florida or Texas license. Please refer to those states to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Texas Licensing
| Texas Department of Insurance 333 Guadalupe, PO Box 149104 Austin, TX 78701 Hours of Operations: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (512) 322-3503 Email: License@tdi.state.tx.us Applications: Licensing Application to Renew License |
Cost: $50 Licensing and Application fee $41.25 FBI Fingerprinting Process $50 Renewal Fee $25 Late Fee Exam Fee: $70 All Lines Exam Registration |
All adjusters must be at least 18 years of age in order to take the Texas State Adjusters Licensing Exam.
You must complete the Texas State Adjusters License Exam, if you are:
- Be 18 years old of age or more
- Resident of Texas
- Resident of a state that does not license adjusters
- If you're a Texas Adjuster whose license has been expired for less than a year but more than 90 days
- Non-Resident adjuster applicant in a reciprocal states
- If you hold the following designations; Associate in Claims or a Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter
- You can choose to be exempt from the Texas state exam by completing the Texas All-Lines Adjuster Pre-Licensing program
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Utah Licensing
| Utah Department of Insurance State Office Building Ste 3110 450 N State St Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6901 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (801) 538-3855 Fax: (801) 538-3830 Email: licensing.uid@utah.gov Applications: License Application |
Cost: $75 Registration/Licensing Fee $36.50 Fingerprint Fee + $20 Processing Fee $75 License Renewal Fee $125 Reinstatement Fee Exam Fee: $88 Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Utah you must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have a Social Security Number
- Be competent and trustworthy
- Not have any felony or misdemeanor convictions that involve breach of trust, forgery or theft
- Pass the state of Utah adjuster examination (both residents and non-residents)
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Virginia Licensing
The state of South Dakota does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Florida or Texas license. Please refer to those states to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Vermont Licensing
| Vermont Department of Insurance 89 Main St. Montpelier, VT 05620-3101 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (802) 828-3303 Fax: (802) 828-1633 Email: bishca.producerlicensing@state.vt.us Applications: License Application |
Cost: $30 Registration/Licensing Fee $60 Resident License fee Non-resident - Depends on State Exam Fee: $73 Adjuster's Workers' Compensation $87 Adjuster's Property and Casualty Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Vermont you must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be competent, trustworthy, financially responsible, and of good personal and business reputation
- Pass the Vermont adjuster examination
- Meet an experience requirement - one of the following:
- Have 2 years experience in the handling of loss claims or loss appraising for appraisers;
- Have undergone special training of sufficient duration and scope to make the applicant competent to fulfill the responsibilities of the license sought. The applicant should submit a detailed description of the training, including syllabi, curriculum, and training material;
- Be employed by and subject to the immediate personal supervision of a licensed adjuster, public adjuster, or appraiser who is licensed in Vermont and who has been licensed for at least 3 years preceding the date of application for the license.
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Washington Licensing
| Washington Department of Insurance PO Box 40257 Olympia, WA 98504-0257 Hours Of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (360) 725-7144 Fax: (360) 586-2019 Email: licinfo@oic.wa.gov Applications: Resident Application for Adjuster Non-Resident Application Adjuster Trainee Program |
Cost: $50 Licensing Fee $50 Renewal Fee $5 Filing Fee $42.50 Fingerprint Processing Fee Exam Fee: $49 Single Line Exam $66 Combination Exams Exam Registration |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Washington you must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be trustworthy and competent
- If a resident of Washington, meet one of the following experience or education criteria:
- 12 consecutive months of experience as a full-time salaried employee of an insurer or a general agent, adjusting, investigating, or reporting claims arising under insurance contracts. Applicants who meet this requirement are exempt from examination
- Successful completion of the Associate in Claims program
- Adjuster Trainee Program
- All residents must take the Washington adjuster exam
- Submit fingerprints (residents only)
* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Wisconsin Licensing
The state of Massachusetts does not license claims adjusters. It is recommended to either obtain a Florida or Texas license. Please refer to those states for to obtain one or more of these recommended licenses.* Additional Information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
West Virginia Licensing
| West Virginia Department of Insurance PO Box 50541, 1124 Smith Street Charleston, WV 25305 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (304) 558-0610 Fax: (304) 558-4966 Email: agent.licensing@wvinsurance.gov Applications: License Application |
Cost: $25 Registration/Licensing Fee $25 Renewal Fee Exam Fee: $110 Exam Registration Candidate Handbook Non-residents who are licensed in their home state do not have to pass the West Virginia insurance licensing exam. |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of West Virginia you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Be a resident of West Virginia
- Be trustworthy and competent
- Pass the West Virginia adjuster examination
* Additional information can be found on AdjusterPro.com
Wyoming Licensing
| Wyoming Department of Insurance 106 East 6th Ave Cheyenne, WY 82002 Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on State Holidays) Contact Information: Main: (307) 777-7310 Fax: (307) 777-2446 Email: insruancelicensing@wyo.gov Applications: License Application |
Cost: $100 Registration/Licensing Fee $39 Criminal History Record Check $150 Renewal Fee $30 Reporting Fee for Continuing Education Exam Fee: $96 Exam Registration Candidate Handbook Non-residents who are currently licensed in their home state are not required to complete the Wyoming state exam. |
To become a claims adjuster in the state of Wyoming you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years old
- Resident of Wyoming
- Be trustworthy and of good reputation
- Be a full-time salaried employee of a licensed adjuster
- A graduate of a recognized ABA accredited law school
- Have experience, special education or training on the handling of claims of sufficient duration
* Additional information can be found on AdjusterPro.com