South Carolina
How to obtain an South Carolina insurance producer license
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Cost to get your license
Exam $45
Prelicensing Course $0.00 (covered by FFL)
State License $25.00
Background Check $40.00 ( varies by vendor)
Total = $110.00
Step 1 Book your Test Date (Back To Top)
The State of South Carolina 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
(833) 518-7457. Payment is due at the time of booking. Exam fee $45
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 (833) 518-7457 at least 48 hours in advance or forfeit the examination fee.
Quick Tips For Booking your Test
Select Organization: Choose
South Carolina Insurance
Select Test: Choose
SC Life, Accident and Health Insurance Producer - Series 19-03
When it Ask for School/Provider: Choose
102336 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 South Carolina has an application fee of $25.00
Step 4 Fingerprinting (Back To Top)
The state of South Carolina requires fingerprinting.
Fingerprints must be done at an IdentoGO enrollment center.
Fingerprint Fee: Varies please call IdentoGo for pricing 866-254-2366
By appointment only
South Carolina Fingerprinting Codes
SC920124Z-DOI
Electronic fingerprinting appointments must be made online through IdentoGO.If you need assistance, call 866-254-2366 to speak to a
representative
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: South Carolina Department of Insurance
Phone: 803-737-6095
Fax: 803-737-6100
Website: https://www.doi.sc.gov/
Address: 120 Main Street, Suite 100
Columbia, SC 29201
What to Do after you get your License
