Updated February 9, 2024
IOWA INSURANCE PRELICENSING INFORMATION
Iowa does not require licensing candidates to complete prelicensing education; however, ExamFX highly recommends that you complete an educational course before attempting to take your state’s licensing exam.
WHAT’S IN MY COURSE?
Navigate to ExamFX’s home page and select the line of authority you’re interested in to learn more about our comprehensive insurance training packages.
DON'T FORGET YOUR READINESS EXAM!
ExamFX is so confident in the quality of its material that we offer our customers a first-time pass guarantee. If you don’t pass the first time around, we will refund your money. To qualify for this offer, you must pass our Readiness Exam with a score of 80% to determine maximum exam readiness. While completing this portion of your online course is not required, we highly recommend taking this extra step.
HOW DO I GET MY LICENSE?
Step 1 (optional): Complete an optional prelicensing course that helps prepare you to take and pass your licensing exam.
Step 2: Schedule your exam with your state’s testing provider, Pearson Vue, at least 24 hours prior to your desired examination date. The fastest way to schedule your exam is to do so online with Pearson Vue www.pearsonvue.com. You can also schedule your exam over the phone at (877) 540-5825. Your exam may be taken at a physical Pearson Vue examination center or via a remote online proctored exam. Exam fees must be paid at the time of reservation. To change or cancel your testing appointment, you must contact Pearson Vue at least 48 hours in advance or forfeit the exam fee.
If you are cancelling your appointment, you must do so at least 3 calendar days prior to your appointment. The website is: https://home.pearsonvue.com/ia/insurance
Step 3: Take and pass your state licensing exam. On the day of your appointment, arrive at the test center 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to complete the necessary sign-in procedures. You must bring with you two (2) forms of personal ID (driver’s license, passport, military I.D., etc.) Both must have your signature, and one of the two must have your photo. You will not be able to take your exam if these requirements are not met.
The computerized exam is scored immediately upon completion of parts I and II of the exam.
Step 4: Allow up to 3 business days for the exam results to transfer to the NIPR Online System. Exam results are valid for 90 days. Apply for your license with NIPR. Detailed licensing information can be found through the Department of Insurance. https://iid.iowa.gov/obtaining-a-new-license-or-authority
Step 5: Maintain your license by being aware of your continuing education requirements. Most insurance licenses must be maintained by completing a certain number of credit hours of continuing education each licensing period. ExamFX offers continuing education courses that will help you comply with your state’s requirements. Click here to view your state’s education rules and stay on top of your license.
WHAT WILL MY EXAM BE LIKE?
Your exam experience is dependent on the line of authority you are testing for. Review the exam summaries below. The exam content outlines can be found on the testing provider's website.
The breakdown of testing topics can be found here.
- The number of questions on your exam
- The time limit
- The score that you must achieve to pass the exam
Iowa Life Insurance Examination
92 Total Questions (77 Scored Questions, 15 Pretest)
Time Limit: 2 hours
Passing score: 70%
Train for your test with our Iowa Life exam prep course.
Iowa Accident and Health Insurance Examination
95 Total Questions (80 scored, 15 pretest)
Time Limit: 2 hours
Passing score: 70%
Train for your test with our Iowa Health exam prep course.
Iowa Property Insurance Examination
98 Total Questions (83 scored, 15 pretests)
Time Limit: 2 hours
Passing Score: 70%
Iowa Casualty Insurance Examination
100 Total Questions (85 scored, 15 pretest)
Time Limit: 2 hours
Passing score: 70%
Train for your test with our Iowa Property and Casualty exam prep course.
Iowa Personal Lines Insurance Examination
129 Total Questions (113 scored, 16 pretest)
Time Limit: 2 hours
Passing score: 70%
Train for your test with our Iowa Personal Lines exam prep course.
MORE QUESTIONS?
ExamFX recommends that you contact your Department of Insurance or testing center directly.
Direct questions about licensure to:
State of Iowa
Department of Insurance
Website: www.iid.iowa.gov/regulated-individuals/insurance-producers/new-license
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (515) 654-6600
Direct all questions and requests for information about exams to:
Pearson VUE / Iowa Insurance
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.pearsonvue.com
Phone: (877) 540-5825
The information displayed above is for informational purposes only. ExamFX is not responsible for the accuracy of the information on this page. All steps have been taken to make sure that the information relayed on this page is accurate; however, information is subject to change without notice. It is the responsibility of the producer to be compliant per their states requirements.
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