Insurance License Renewal in Idaho (2026)

Insurance license renewal in Idaho is handled by the Idaho Department of Insurance, which requires Insurance Producer (Agent)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Idaho Insurance renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Resident individual producer licenses are valid for two years and expire on the last day of the licensee's birth month. There is no grace period; renewal may be applied for up to 90 days (about six weeks per one DOI page) before expiration, and a late renewal is available via NIPR up to one year after expiration, after which a brand-new license (with fingerprinting and testing) is required.
CE hours required	24 hours
Renewal fee	$80.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	NIPR
Governing body	Idaho Department of Insurance

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Continuing-education requirements for Insurances in Idaho

Resident producers holding any full line of authority (or Surety) must complete 24 hours of continuing education per two-year cycle, including a minimum of 3 hours of ethics. CE must be completed and posted before a renewal can be submitted (DOI recommends finishing 30+ days early). Certain lines require line-specific training: long-term care, flood insurance, and annuities (annuity suitability/best-interest training). Excess hours do not carry over to the next cycle. CE is exempt for business entities, non-resident producers, surplus lines, and those holding only Credit, Pet, or Travel lines.

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How to renew your Insurance license in Idaho

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Idaho Department of Insurance portal.
Complete the required 24 CE hours and confirm they appear in NIPR.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Renewal fee is $80 biennial, or $60 if renewed electronically online (IDAPA 18.01.02.030.b) — so the listed $80 is the standard/paper amount; electronic renewal is cheaper. Late penalties shown are CE-late penalties, not a flat renewal late fee: $100 if CE completed within 30 days after expiration, $200 if 31-60 days, $300 if 61-90 days, and $80 plus mandatory retest if completed 90-365 days after expiration. There is no penalty for simply letting a license lapse. Online renewal and late renewal are processed through NIPR; CE completions flow through providers to the PDB, and license copies are available via the NAIC/SBS State Based Systems portal. Pearson VUE is the exam vendor (initial licensing only, not renewal).

Insurance license renewal in Idaho: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Insurance license in Idaho?

Idaho Insurance licenses renew every 24 months. Resident individual producer licenses are valid for two years and expire on the last day of the licensee's birth month. There is no grace period; renewal may be applied for up to 90 days (about six weeks per one DOI page) before expiration, and a late renewal is available via NIPR up to one year after expiration, after which a brand-new license (with fingerprinting and testing) is required.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Insurance license in Idaho?

Approximately 24 continuing-education hours per cycle. Resident producers holding any full line of authority (or Surety) must complete 24 hours of continuing education per two-year cycle, including a minimum of 3 hours of ethics. CE must be completed and posted before a renewal can be submitted (DOI recommends finishing 30+ days early). Certain lines require line-specific training: long-term care, flood insurance, and annuities (annuity suitability/best-interest training). Excess hours do not carry over to the next cycle. CE is exempt for business entities, non-resident producers, surplus lines, and those holding only Credit, Pet, or Travel lines. Confirm the current requirement with the Idaho Department of Insurance.

Can I renew my Idaho Insurance license online?

Yes — Idaho offers online renewal through the Idaho Department of Insurance. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Idaho Insurance license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $100 may apply. Contact the Idaho Department of Insurance promptly if your license has lapsed.

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