West Virginia
How to obtain an West Virginia insurance producer license
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Cost to get your license
Exam $86.00
Study Course $0.00 (Covered by FFL)
State License $50.00
Background Check $40
Total = $176.00
Step 1 Book your Test Date
How to Create an Account on pearson vue
Use the button below to create your account with them and to set your test date.
What is Pearson Vue
The State of West Virginia uses Pearson Vue as its testing center. You will complete your testing with them and they will submit your scores to the state.
Schedule over the phone
(800) 274-2614
Payment is due at the time of booking.
Exam fee $86.00
Computer Compatible info
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 to be in person at a Pearson Vue test center.
Check System Requirements for online test
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.
Rescheduling 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 (800) 274-2614 at least 48 hours in advance or forfeit the examination fee.
Online Reschedule Link
Quick Tips For Booking your Test
Exam Names
Life- InsWV-Life01
Accident & Health- InsWV-AcSi02
Choose the Life & Health Option. This one is going to be two different test
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
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
The state of West Virginia requires fingerprinting.
• Obtain a receipt from the center containing the 12-digit TCN number specific to your fingerprints.
(Required for the license application)
• Fingerprint Fee: State background check $5.00 National background check $35
• By appointment only
If you prefer to call and book your appointment Identogo center (855) 766-7746
Step 4 Apply for State License
The state of West Virginia has an application fee of $50
Fax a copy of your fingerprint receipt from IdentoGo to the Agent Licensing Division at (304) 558-4966.
Step 5 Double check with the department of insurance
After Everything is submitted
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.
Department of Insurance Contact info
Name: State of West Virginia
Office of the Insurance Commissioner Licensing and Education
Phone: 855-766-7746
Website: https://www.wvinsurance.gov/
Address: PO Box 50541
Charleston, WV 25305-0541
What to Do after you get your License
