Fees
Fees shown are state fees only. These fees do not include NIPR transaction fees.
All fees are charged per application.
Independent Adjuster
Fee disclaimers:
($311 x [Number of Qualified Managers]) = Total Fee
Public Adjuster
Renewal fee:
$264
Crop Adjuster
Renewal fee:
$311
Lines of Authority
Please note that license class names can vary by state.
Applications for Other lines of authority will defer to state for approval.
Independent Adjuster
No Line of Authority Required
Public Adjuster
No Line of Authority Required
Crop Adjuster
No Line of Authority Required
Rules and Regulations
Applicant Can
- Submit adjuster for individuals electronically.
- Submit adjuster for business entities electronically. (Non-Resident Renewal Application)
- Submit Adjuster Designated Home State (ADHS) electronically.
- Print licenses electronically.
Business Rules
Check Your Application Status: https://www.insurance.ca.gov/0200-industry/0038-CLASS/
Whether you submitted your license applications to CDI online through NIPR.com, Sircon.com, or by paper through the mail, CLASS will enable you to check the status of your license applications.Independent Adjuster Requirements:
- At least one active Qualified Manager(QM) is required to renew the license. If the system indicates that there are no Qualified Managers (QM) associated with your license after submission, please submit required documents for each QM through the attachments warehouse for Additional Licensing Documents, then contact the California Department of Insurance (CDI) at cdidocuments@insurance.ca.gov. Required Documents include:
- Copy of Personal Identification Info Form LIC 31A-9: https://www.insurance.ca.gov/0200-industry/0050-renew-license/0200-requirements/upload/LIC31a9AJPersonalID.pdf
- Two passport sized photographs taken within the last six months. JPG image is preferred.
- Owners, Officers, Partners, and Directors may also request a Pocket ID card by submitting the above requirements to the state.
- At least one active Qualified Manager(QM) is required to renew the license. If the system indicates that there are no Qualified Managers (QM) associated with your license after submission, please submit required documents for each QM through the attachments warehouse for Additional Licensing Documents, then contact the California Department of Insurance (CDI) at cdidocuments@insurance.ca.gov. Required Documents include:
If you receive a decline response with the reason “PIN License Renewal Fee is incorrect.” DO NOT resubmit the license renewal. The fees have been collected. Please contact the California Department of Insurance at cdilicensing@insurance.ca.gov.
Must not hold one of the other adjuster licenses:
- Public Adjuster
- Apprentice Public Adjuster
Public Adjuster Requirements:
- Must not hold one of the other adjuster licenses:
- Independent Adjuster
- Crop Adjuster
- Apprentice Public Adjuster
Crop Adjuster Requirements:
- Must not hold one of the other adjuster licenses:
- Public Adjuster
- Apprentice Public Adjuster
Special Instructions
For Non-Residents License applicants only - Live Scan Request Form (BCIA 8016)
Apply for a License:
NIPR or Sircon
Address Changes
Renewal Periods
Licensees can renew their license through Non-Resident Adjuster License Renewal application up to license expiration date. After expiration date, applicant must reinstate by visiting https://www.sircon.com/. Applicant may reapply one (1) year after expiration date through the Non-Resident Adjuster License application through NIPR.
All License Classes
Renewal Period: Ninety (90) days prior to expiration date - License expiration date.
Late Renewal Period: N/A
Contact Information
Mailing Address
California Department of Insurance
300 Capitol Mall
Suite 17th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
State overview page
Learn more about state-specific licensing requirements and associate fees to ensure you have all the necessary information for compliance.