District of Columbia
How to obtain an District of Columbia insurance producer license
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Cost to get your license
Exam $75.00
Study Course $0.00 (Covered by FFL)
State License $100.00
Background Check $40.00 (varies by location)
Total = $215.00
Step 1 Book your Test Date (Back To Top)
The State of District of Columbia uses Pearson Vue as its testing center. Use the button below to create your account with them and to set your test date.
You may also schedule over the phone at
800-274-0610. Payment is due at the time of booking. Exam fee $75.00
How to Create an Account on pearson vue
Pearson Vue Setting your Test Date
Choose a date 10-15 days away you can always move the date forward or further out 48 hours before the test date.
You must check the compatibility of your computer before registering for the online exam. If your computer is not compatible with the online software, you will need to schedule your examination at a Pearson Vue test center.
As long as you are not within the 48-hour window right before the test you can reschedule to give yourself more time or if you want to take the test earlier.
Quick Tips For Booking your Test
Exam Names
Life- InsDC-Life01: DC Life
Health- InsDC-Life01: DC Life
Choose the Life & Health Option. You will have to take a separate test for each license.
When it asks
What is the four (4) digit number of the school you attended for Pre-Licensing Education?
1372, XCEL Solutions
When it asks
What is the course completion date for your PE courses?
Put in today's date
To change or cancel your testing appointment, you must call 800-274-0610 at least 48 hours in advance or forfeit the examination fee.
Limitation on repeat examination
There are no limits on exam retakes
Step 2 Pre-licensing Course (study for the exam)
If you didn't pass on the first try do not give up.
Xcel Solutions has a Mentorship Team that will help you for your second try.
FACT: Nine out of ten times
a student fails, it’s due to not
accessing PREP REVIEW
or EXAM Simulator.
Step 3 Fingerprinting (Back To Top)
The District of Columbia requires fingerprinting.
Complete fingerprinting through the DC Metropolitan Police Department prior to being granted a license. Please contact the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking at (202) 727-8000.
• By appointment only
Step 4 Apply for State License (Back To Top)
The District of Columbia has an application fee of $100
Step 5 Double check with the department of insurance
Once you turn everything in and complete wait 2 business days and call the state Department of insurance and confirm they have everything.
The average time to receive your license is 5-15 Business Days.
Name: Government of the District of Columbia
Department of Insurance
Phone: 202-727-8000
Website: https://disb.dc.gov/
Address: 1050 First Street, NE, Suite 801
Washington, DC 20002
What to Do after you get your License
