How to Get Your Life Insurance License in Connecticut
Last reviewed 2026-08-02 · Verify details with the Connecticut Insurance Department
Life insurance agents in Connecticut are licensed by the Connecticut Insurance Department under the Insurance Producer License (Life line of authority). Here's the whole process — education, exam, and application — in plain English.
Connecticut life license at a glance
The process, step by step
- 1Complete the 20 hours of state-approved pre-licensing education for the life line. Online self-paced courses count in Connecticut.
- 2Schedule and pass the Connecticut life insurance exam with Pearson VUE. Budget 1–2 weeks of study; the exam covers policy types, riders, underwriting basics, and Connecticut insurance law.
- 3Complete any background disclosure questions on your application honestly — undisclosed history is the #1 cause of application denials.
- 4Submit your license application (Complete 20-hour pre-licensing course, pass the Pearson VUE exam, then apply via NIPR within one year of passing) and pay the fee. Most approvals come through within days.
- 5Get appointed with carriers through your upline or IMO, and set up your sales stack — leads, dialer, and CRM — so you can start writing business immediately.
Good to know: Connecticut discontinued online remote-proctored exams as of August 1, 2025 (test centers only), and requires no fingerprinting for producers despite running a criminal history check.
Step 6: set yourself up to actually sell
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Start 14-Day Free TrialFrequently Asked Questions
Does Connecticut require pre-licensing education for a life insurance license?
Yes. Connecticut requires 20 hours of approved pre-licensing education for the life line before you can sit the exam.
Who administers the Connecticut life insurance exam?
The Connecticut licensing exam is administered by Pearson VUE. You schedule directly with them after meeting any education requirements, and testing is available at physical centers and often via online proctoring.
How often do I renew a Connecticut insurance license?
Connecticut licenses renew every 2 years. You'll need 24 hours of continuing education per renewal cycle.
Can I sell insurance in other states with a Connecticut license?
Your Connecticut license covers Connecticut residents. To sell in other states you apply for non-resident licenses — usually a fast, exam-free application through NIPR once you hold a resident license in good standing. Many telesales agents license in 10+ states this way.
Other states
Sources: portal.ct.gov · portal.ct.gov
Licensing requirements, fees, and providers change. This guide is informational only and was last reviewed on the date shown above — always confirm current requirements with the state insurance regulator before enrolling in courses or scheduling an exam.