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First-Time Licence Applicant
If you are applying for an insurance licence for the first time, you will need to meet the qualifications and requirements for licensure, including suitability to hold a licence. You can then submit an Insurance Licence Application to the Insurance Council of BC.
Applicants will need to:
1. Review suitability requirements
Before considering a career as an insurance agent, salesperson or adjuster, individuals looking to become licensed in British Columbia should be aware that they will need to meet the requirements of Insurance Council Rule 3(2), which sets out criteria for suitability to hold a licence.
2. Review education and experience requirements
Depending on the class or type of licence you are applying for, there are specific education prerequisites and experience requirements.
Insurance Licence Types:
3. Complete a criminal record check (if required by class or licence type)
The completion of a criminal record check is required for all licence applications except:
Individuals applying for a Restricted Travel Agent licence;
Non-residents who are licensed and in good standing in a Canadian jurisdiction;
or Individuals applying for a General Insurance Salesperson licence under the age of 18. (Per the Youth Criminal Justice Act.)
4. Submit a licence application
Submitting a licence application includes:
Proof of completion of the required education and experience requirements;
Criminal Record Check (if applicable to licence class/type);
Copy of E&O insurance certificate from your insurer or completed Confirmation of E&O Insurance Form*;
and an Application fee.
The Insurance Council will then review the application and supporting materials provided in accordance with the licensing criteria established under the Financial Institutions Act, Council Rules, and Insurance Council policies to determine whether a licence may be issued or if further inquiry or investigation is required.
*Applicants applying for a general insurance (agent/salesperson) or adjuster licence are not required to submit confirmation of E&O insurance provided that their agency/firm has existing confirmation of E&O insurance coverage on file with the Insurance Council. This exemption also applies to general insurance applicants who are direct employees of an insurer and only sell the products of that insurer as stipulated in Council Rule 7 (11)(b).