Iowa

How to obtain an Iowa insurance producer license

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Cost to get your license

Exam $49.00

Study Course $0.00 (Covered by FFL)

State License $50.00

Background Check $0.00

Total = $99.00

Step 1 Book your Test Date (Back To Top)

The State of Iowa 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 (877) 540-5825. Payment is due at the time of booking. Exam fee $49.00

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- OP12-IA-01IA LIFE

  • Health- OP12-IA-02IA ACCIDENT & HEALTH

Choose the Life & Health Option you can take the exam on the same day.

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 (877) 540-5825 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 Apply for State License (Back To Top)

The state of Iowa has an application fee of $50

Step 4 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: Iowa Insurance Division

Phone: 515-654-6600

Fax: 515-654-6500

Website: https://iid.iowa.gov/

Address: 1963 Bell Ave., Ste. 100

Des Moines, IA 50315

What to Do after you get your License

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