The Texas insurance license cost includes several required expenses, including the licensing exam, fingerprinting, and the license application. Candidates may also choose to purchase exam preparation before taking the state exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The primary costs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The exact total depends on the license being pursued, fingerprinting costs, and the exam preparation option selected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The required cost of getting a Texas insurance license is approximately $128 for a Life license or $138 for a General Lines Life, Accident & Health license, before optional exam preparation costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Estimated required licensing costs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Texas Department of Insurance charges a $50 application fee per license type. Pearson VUE currently charges $39 for the Life Agent exam and $49 for the General Lines Life, Accident & Health exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fingerprinting is completed through IdentoGO by IDEMIA. The fingerprinting fee is paid separately and may change, so candidates should confirm the current amount when scheduling their appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Optional exam preparation is not included in these totals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Several expenses are required to obtain a resident Texas insurance license. These costs are separate from any optional exam preparation a candidate chooses to purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Texas insurance licensing exams are administered by Pearson VUE<\/a>. The exam fee depends on the license type being pursued and must be paid when scheduling the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Candidates who do not pass on the first attempt must schedule another exam and pay the applicable exam fee again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most resident Texas insurance applicants must complete a fingerprint background check as part of the licensing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After passing the exam, applicants begin the fingerprinting process through the Texas Department of Insurance’s initial application and fingerprint portal. TDI provides the information needed to complete fingerprinting through IdentoGO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fingerprinting fee is separate from the exam and license application fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Texas Department of Insurance currently charges a $50 application fee for a resident individual General Lines \u2013 Life, Accident, Health & HMO license. The resident Life agent application fee is also $50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Candidates should pass the required exam before submitting the license application. Applying before passing can require submitting another application and paying the application fee again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For the complete licensing process, review the Texas Insurance License Requirements<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Texas does not require pre-licensing education for most insurance license types. Candidates can therefore decide whether to prepare independently or use an exam preparation course before taking the licensing exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Optional preparation expenses may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n While exam preparation adds to the initial cost of becoming licensed, adequate preparation can help candidates avoid the additional exam fee and delay associated with a retake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Candidates can review How to Pass the Texas Insurance Exam<\/a> for preparation strategies or explore our Texas Insurance Courses<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The total cost of getting a Texas insurance license depends on the license type and how a candidate chooses to prepare for the state exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Required costs generally include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Candidates who purchase an exam preparation course, practice exams, or other study resources should add those expenses to the required licensing costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Candidates should also account for the possibility of an exam retake. Each additional attempt requires another exam registration and fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the easiest ways to avoid additional licensing expenses is to prepare adequately before taking the state exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Using our Exam Simulator<\/a> can help identify weaker areas and measure readiness before taking the state exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The cost of getting a Texas insurance license includes the state exam fee, fingerprinting fee, and a $50 license application fee. Candidates who purchase exam preparation should also include that expense when calculating the total cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Resident applicants generally pay an insurance exam fee, fingerprinting fee, and a $50 license application fee. The exact exam fee depends on the license type being pursued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No. Texas does not require pre-licensing education for most insurance license types. Candidates may choose to use an exam preparation course before taking the state exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes. Most resident applicants must complete a fingerprint background check and pay the applicable fingerprinting fee as part of the Texas insurance licensing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes. Candidates who do not pass must schedule another exam and pay the applicable exam fee again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The largest expense depends on the license type and preparation method. For candidates who purchase an exam preparation course, preparation may represent the largest individual expense. Candidates who require multiple exam attempts will also incur additional testing fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFingerprinting Fee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Texas License Application Fee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Optional Texas Insurance Exam Preparation Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Is the Total Cost of a Texas Insurance License?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to Keep Texas Insurance Licensing Costs Down<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How much does a Texas insurance license cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What fees are required for a Texas insurance license?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Is pre-licensing education required in Texas?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Do you have to pay for fingerprinting in Texas?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Can failing the Texas insurance exam increase licensing costs?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What is the most expensive part of getting a Texas insurance license?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Next Step: Start Your Texas Insurance License<\/h2>\n\n\n\n