Alaska License Requirements
Alaska Insurance License Requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know to get and keep your Alaska insurance license — hours, exam, fingerprinting, renewal, and state-specific rules.
Alaska Insurance License Requirements at a Glance
Key facts for getting and maintaining your Alaska insurance license.
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Residency Requirement | Must be a resident of Alaska |
| Prelicensing Hours (Life) | None required (optional) |
| Prelicensing Hours (Health) | None required (optional) |
| Prelicensing Hours (Life & Health Combined) | None required (optional) |
| Exam Provider | Pearson VUE |
| Exam Fee | $89 |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Application Fee | $75 |
| Background Check Cost | $47 |
| Fingerprinting Required | Yes |
| CE Hours Required | 24 hours every 2 years |
| Ethics CE Hours | 3 hours |
| Renewal Deadline | Alaska licenses expire on the last day of your birth month every 2 years |
| License Duration | 2 years |
| Special Training Required | No |
| Total Cost Estimate | $450-$660 (varies by course selection) |
| Total Licensing Time | 2-5 weeks (for focused applicants) |
How to Get Your Alaska Insurance License
Follow these five steps to go from zero to licensed in Alaska.
Complete Prelicensing Education
Prelicensing education status for Alaska: None required (optional). Check with the Alaska Division of Insurance for current requirements.
Browse Alaska Prelicensing Courses →Schedule and Pass the State Exam
The Alaska insurance licensing exam is administered by Pearson VUE. The exam fee is $89, and you'll need a passing score of 70%. Schedule your exam online after completing your prelicensing education.
Schedule Your Exam with Pearson VUE →Complete Fingerprinting
Fingerprinting required through State-approved vendor
Apply for Your License
Submit your application through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR) The application fee is $75. Processing typically takes 1+ business days.
Apply for Your Alaska License →Get Appointed and Start Selling
Once your Alaska insurance license is issued, you must be appointed by an insurance carrier before you can sell their products. Each carrier you work with will submit an appointment request to the Alaska Division of Insurance. Appointments are typically processed within a few business days, and there is no additional exam required. Your sponsoring agency or carrier will guide you through this process.
Alaska Fingerprinting Requirements
Fingerprinting required through State-approved vendor
Name Match Requirement
Your name on the exam registration, course enrollment, and license application must match your government-issued ID exactly. Any discrepancies — including middle names, suffixes, or maiden names — can cause delays in your license application.
Alaska CE Renewal Requirements
To keep your Alaska insurance license active, you must complete continuing education every 2 years. Here are the details:
24 hours
Total CE Hours
3 hours
Ethics Hours Required
2 years
Renewal Period
Alaska licenses expire on the last day of your birth month every 2 years
Renewal Deadline
$39
CE Package Price
AKDOI
Regulatory Body
Alaska Insurance Licensing Laws & Regulations
Legal citations and statutory references governing insurance licensing in Alaska.
Insurance Code
Alaska Statutes, Title 21 – InsuranceView Statute
Prelicensing Education
N/A — not required
Examination Requirements
Alaska Stat. 21.27.060(a)
Age Requirements
AS 21.27.020(b)(1)
Background Check
AS 12.62.400(a)(15)
Fingerprinting
AS 21.27.040(e)
License Application
AS § 21.27.040(a)
CE Requirements
Alaska Stat. 21.27.020(f)
CE Ethics
AS 21.27.020(f)(2); 3 AAC 23.100
Administrative Code
Title 3, Part 2 - Division of InsuranceView Statute
Provider Regulation
3 AAC 23.100 - 3 AAC 23.208
Alaska Insurance License Requirements — FAQs
How long does it take to get a Alaska insurance license?
Most candidates complete the Alaska insurance licensing process in 2-5 weeks (for focused applicants). This includes completing prelicensing education, passing the state exam, fingerprinting (if required), and waiting for license approval after submitting your application.
What happens if my name doesn't match my ID in Alaska?
Your name on the exam registration, course enrollment, and license application must match your government-issued ID exactly. Any discrepancies — including middle names, suffixes, or maiden names — can cause delays in your license application.
Where do I get fingerprinted in Alaska?
Fingerprinting required through State-approved vendor
Can I transfer my insurance license from another state to Alaska?
Reciprocal licensing is available for producers licensed in good standing in their home state. No exam is required.
How much does a Alaska insurance license cost?
The total cost to get your Alaska insurance license typically falls in the $450-$660 (varies by course selection) range. This includes: prelicensing course fees, the exam fee ($89), the state application fee ($75), and the background check cost ($47). Individual costs vary based on the line of authority you choose.
What are the Alaska CE requirements?
Alaska requires licensed insurance agents to complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years, including 3 hours of ethics training. Your renewal deadline is Alaska licenses expire on the last day of your birth month every 2 years. JustInsurance offers state-approved CE packages starting at $39.
Does Alaska require prelicensing education before the insurance exam?
No. Alaska does not mandate prelicensing education for life or health insurance licenses. You may sit for the state exam without completing any coursework. That said, JustInsurance offers an optional prelicensing course that covers all exam topics in depth — most candidates who study pass on their first attempt, saving time and the cost of a retake.
What are the prelicensing hour requirements in Alaska?
Alaska requires None required (optional). Courses are available fully online through JustInsurance.
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