New York
How to obtain an New York insurance producer license
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Cost to get your license
Exam $33
Pre-licensing Course $0.00 (covered by FFL)
State License $80.00
Background Check $40.00
Total = $153
Step 1 Book your Test Date (Back To Top)
The State of New York uses PSI 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
(855) 579-4637. Payment is due at the time of booking. Exam fee $33
You must check the compatibility of your computer before registering for the exam.
If your computer is not compatible with the online software, you will need to schedule your
examination at PSI test center.
Choose a date 10-15 days away you can always move the date forward or further out 48 hours before the test date.
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.
To change or cancel your testing appointment, you must call (855) 579-4637 at least 48 hours in advance or forfeit the examination fee.
Quick Tips For Booking your Test
Select Organization: Choose
NY Insurance
Select Test: Choose
NY Life, Accident and Health Insurance Consultant Exam 17-57
When it Ask for School/Provider: Choose
80015 XCEL Solutions LLC.
Limitation on repeat examination
There are no limits on exam retakes
Step 2 Pre-licensing Course (study for the exam)
Inside Xcel tips and pointers
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 New York has an application fee of $80
Step 4 Fingerprinting (Back To Top)
The state of New York requires fingerprinting. Do not submit your fingerprint impressions until a licensing application is received at the New York Department of Insurance.
To schedule an appointment for fingerprinting, note your Service Code (see below) and go to the IdentoGO website or call IdentoGO at (877) 472-6915.
Service Codes
ORI Number: NY921270Z
Service code: 1544JT
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Prices for the Live Scan varies based on the location that you choose.
Note: If DFS does not receive your application (or an application from an entity with whom you are affiliated) within 10 days of the receipt of scanned fingerprints, those scans or cards will be discarded, and you will have to start the fingerprint process over - this includes paying a fee again.
Call DFS at (800) 342-3736, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. if you have any questions about fingerprinting for DFS.
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: New York State
Department of Financial Services
Phone: 518-474-6630
Website: https://www.dfs.ny.gov/
Address: One Commerce Plaza, Suite 2003
Albany, NY 12257
What to Do after you get your License
