State Requirements

Maine / Resident Licensing / Individual

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  • Fees shown are state fees only. These fees do not include NIPR transaction fees.  Fees are non-refundable.
  • All fees are charged per application and include a  $15.00 application fee.

Individual Producer (Resident)

Line of Authority Combination: All LOAs excluding Surplus Lines

  • Fee: $25.00
  • Amendment Fee: $25.00
  • Reinstatement Fee: $25.00

Individual Producer (Resident)

Line of Authority Combination: Surplus Lines

  • Fee: $165.00
  • Amendment Fee: $165.00
  • Reinstatement Fee: $165.00

Producer Limited Resident

  • Fee: $25.00
  • Amendment Fee: $25.00
  • Reinstatement Fee: $25.00

Adjuster (Resident)

  • Fee: $45.00
  • Amendment Fee: $45.00
  • Reinstatement Fee: $45.00
  • NIPR verifies exams prior to allowing submission of an application.
  • Please note that license class names can vary by state.
  • Applications for Other lines of authority will defer to state for approval.
  • Attention Maine Applicants:
    • If you are unsure of what license or line(s) you should apply for, please verify before continuing with the application. You may apply for multiple lines at the same time; however please note that the license application will not be processed until qualifications for all authorities on the application are met. Avoid these common errors, which may result in non-refundable payment of fees. 
      • Applicant marked the incorrect line of authority when completing the application.
      • Applicant completed two identical applications.
      • Applicant applied for a license they are not required to hold.
PRODUCER

Individual Producer (Resident)

Exam Required

  • Life
  • Health
  • Property
  • Casualty
  • Personal Lines

No Exam Required

  • Variable Contracts
  • Surplus Lines

Producer Limited Resident

Exam Required

  • Credit
  • Title

No Exam Required

  • Auto Rental Sup Liability
  • Travel Baggage
  • Mechanical Breakdown
Adjuster

Adjuster (Resident)

Exam Required

  • Property & Casualty
  • Multi-Peril Crop
  • Worker's Compensation

Applicant Can

  • Submit initial license for individuals electronically.
  • Submit major lines of authority.
  • Submit limited lines of authority.
  • Submit surplus lines for individuals.
  • Add lines of authority (amend) to an existing active license.
  • Reinstate/reapply through NIPR's Resident License (RL) Application.
  • Print Licenses Electronically.

Business Rules

  • Attention Maine Applicants:
    • If you are unsure of what license or line(s) you should apply for, please verify before continuing with the application. You may apply for multiple lines at the same time; however please note that the license application will not be processed until qualifications for all authorities on the application are met. Avoid these common errors, which may result in non-refundable payment of fees. 
      • Applicant marked the incorrect line of authority when completing the application.
      • Applicant completed two identical applications.
      • Applicant applied for a license they are not required to hold.
  • ​​​​​​​Please ensure that your email information is current and up to date. The Maine Bureau of Insurance will email a copy of the license 24- 48 hours after the applications are approved. 
  • Applicant can qualify for the Multi-Peril Crop line of authority (LOA) under the adjuster license class by either taking the multi-peril crop exam or showing proof of passing the federal exam. If the federal exam was taken, the applicant must submit a paper application to the state.

  • If any license or Line of Authority is in revoked status on PDB, applicant must wait one (1) year after revocation status date to apply for any new line on license.

  • Amendments of license are allowed for applicants that are not in revoked status. If any license or Line of Authority is in revoked status, the applicant must wait one (1) year after revocation status date to apply for any new line.

  • Applicants for the Variable Contracts Line of Authority must supply FINRA CRD number on application.

  • Variable contracts applicants must actively hold or be applying for producer life license or must actively hold a producer with combined life and health line.

  • Surplus Lines producers must submit a surplus lines bond form before their license can be issued. The form can be found through the state website.

  • If applicant responds "yes" to one of the background questions please submit supporting documents electronically via NIPR's Attachments Warehouse. The documents may also be submitted to the state via mail, email, or fax.

 

Contact Information

Mailing Address

Maine Bureau of Insurance
34 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
United States

Special Instructions

Special Instructions/Links

Surplus Lines Bond Form

Frequently Asked Questions

License printing information can be found on the Maine Bureau of Insurance website.

Two Years

For licensees going Non-Resident to Resident, they must submit an application and fee.

For Producers going Resident to Non-Resident, they must complete an application (no fee) found on ME DOI website at: https://www.maine.gov/pfr/insurance/licensees/individuals-business-entities/producers