How Do I Become an Insurance Agent in Georgia?

You must be a licensed insurance agent to sell or provide information about insurance in the state of Georgia.¹ To obtain an insurance license in Georgia, you need to meet requirements that are specific to the class or category of insurance you plan to sell. You should know what to expect and be able to fulfill the requirements.²
 

Requirements to Sell Insurance in Georgia as a Resident

 
To qualify for a resident Agent license in Georgia, an applicant must:
• Be a Georgia resident or have a Georgia business address
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Complete the appropriate pre-license education
• Achieve a passing score on the appropriate examination
• Complete an online application www.sircon.com/georgia or www.nipr.com
• Complete the Citizenship Affidavit and verifiable identification requirement
• Complete fingerprinting
• Be of good character³

A license may be refused if the Georgia Department of Insurance finds any of the grounds listed in O.C.G.A. § 33-23-21.³
 

"It is recommended that you gather all requirements and documentation before applying."

Process for Getting Licensed to Sell Insurance in Georgia

It is recommended that you gather all required documentation before applying. The process will be delayed if your submission is incomplete. After applying, it is a good idea to monitor your email for updates or any additional information.¹

There is a licensing fee and some additional costs. Currently, you can expect to pay a licensing fee, a processing fee per license, a uniform exam fee, and a fingerprinting fee.
 
If you are not a resident of Georgia, but wish to sell insurance in the state, there is an option to apply for a non-resident license. Be aware that non-resident licenses hold only license classes that are similar to classes held on the licensee’s home state resident license.⁴
 

Ongoing Renewal Requirements for a Georgia Insurance License

In Georgia, an insurance agent license must be renewed annually or biannually, depending on when it was first issued.¹ If you are eligible, you can generally apply to renew your license electronically by visiting at www.sircon.com/georgia or www.nipr.com.
 

Join a Life Insurance Agency

 
Finding a home with a team of successful and motivated insurance agents is the next big step in achieving your potential. Look for a reputable insurance company and find a licensed agency where you will receive training and mentoring.
 
 
1 OCI.Georgia.gov, Get an Insurance Agent License, Accessed 2025
2 NIPR.com, Apply for a New License, Accessed 2025
3 PearsonVue.com, Georgia Insurance Licensing Candidate Handbook, 2025
4 OCI.Georgia.gov, Agent Licensing and Renewals, Accessed 2025