How do I request a Letter of Certification?
A Letter of Certification may be requested online/electronically at www.sircon.com/mississippi or by mail with a $20 fee per letter payable to Mississippi Insurance Department at www.mid.state.ms.us : select “Individual/Entities,” select “Online Licensing Services”, select “list of Customer Services and Fees,” then chose appropriate service.
How do I request a Letter of
Clearance?
A Letter of Clearance may be requested via mail, including $20 fee per letter payable to Mississippi Insurance Department. The agent/producer must submit a signed statement requesting for the letter of clearance. Be sure to indicate the out of state address where you would like the letter of clearance to be sent. The form is found at www.mid.state.ms.us : under the “Individual/Entities” box select “Online Licensing Services”, select “list of Customer Services and Fees,” then chose appropriate service.
How do I cancel my producer/agent/adjuster license?
You may simply allow your license to lapse or you may submit a written request, signed and dated, fax 601-359-1951 or scan and email: licensing@mid.state.ms.us to “Cancel” your license with the effective date of cancellation. Only the licensee may cancel their license.
What are the basic requirements for getting an insurance
producer/agent license in Mississippi?
The proper procedure is to complete the required approved pre-license course, pass the examination, if required, and submit a producer application with the appropriate license fee electronically (www.sircon.com or www.nipr.com) or by paper.
What are the time frames and requirements for renewing an insurance producer license?
The insurance producer license, with Life Accident & Health or Property & Casualty lines expire biennially the last day of the birth month. Renewal invoices are mailed 60 days in advance of expiration. If a producer did not renew in the current license period, they can reinstate within 12 months of the license expiration date online or by downloading a new application. Residents and nonresidents submit the renewal invoice and appropriate license fee online or by paper. There is a 50% penalty to reinstate a license within 12 months of expiration. Residents applying for a new license after the 12 month period are required to complete a new pre-licensing course and state exam.
How do I get a schedule of insurance classes and exams?
Classes and exams are conducted by outside providers. You need to contact the providers and request their schedule of classes. A list of providers and courses may be found at www.sircon.com/mississippi: click on “Look up education courses and credits” and follow the prompts. For pre-licensing information, change education type to "Pre licensing Education." A schedule of exams can be found at www.testingservices-ms.com or call them at 601-956-0049.
What is ProducerEdge?
A no-initial cost subscription for producers and adjusters applying for, renewing, and managing your licenses, upcoming renewals, and CE from one convenient and secure online location. https://www.produceredge.com/
What is needed for a “Change in Address” for a producer/agent?
The producer is strongly encouraged to change his/her address for free online at www.nipr.com or the producer may either complete a change in address form www.mid.state.ms.us under “Individuals/Entities,” select “Online Licensing Services,” select “List of Customer Services and Fees” and select appropriate service or write a letter requesting a change in address. The form needs to be signed and dated with your license # and may be scanned and emailed (licensing@mid.state.ms.us), faxed to (601) 359-1951 or mailed to P.O. Box 79, Jackson, MS 39205-0079. There is a $25 fee to print a new license, if requested.
What is needed for a “Change in Name” for a producer/agent?
Non-resident producers who request a name change must submit a signed letter requesting such. The MID staff will verify the individual’s new name based on their home state license information on the NAIC Producer Licensing Database (SPLD). Resident producers must submit a signed letter with a copy of their marriage license, divorce decree or other legal document reflecting the new name. There is a $25 fee to print a new license, if requested.
What happens if the State issues a license but it is not received by the producer or agency in the mail?
MID requires a signed letter with the current mailing address certifying the license was not received. MID will verify that the correct address is on file. If MID has the correct address, one duplicate license will be provided at no charge if received within 30 days of MID mailing the license. The letter may be scanned and emailed to licensing@mid.state.ms.us, faxed to 601-359-1951 or mailed. A duplicate license fee will be required if the individual/entity has moved without previously providing MID the current mailing address.
Is there a fee to print a duplicate license?
The cost to print duplicate licenses is $25.00 for individuals and $50 for entities.
How does someone add a line of authority to an existing
license?
The resident producer shall submit a license amendment form for the requested new line(s) and a $25 fee. MID will verify completion of prelicensing education. Non-residents would complete the amendment form with $25 fee and the MID staff will verify home state licensure on the NAIC Producer Licensing Database (SPLD). This option is available online at www.nipr.com and www.sircon.com/mississippi. You may also download and mail the form found at www.mid.state.ms.us: select “Individuals/Entities,” select “Online Licensing Services,” select “List of Customer Services and Fees” and select appropriate service.
How do I transfer from resident to non-resident?
The producer must obtain a Letter of Clearance from Mississippi ($20 fee); receive a license from the new home state insurance department, submit a new application with new address stating you are changing from resident to nonresident. MID staff will verify new home state licensure on the NAIC producer licensing database (SPLD). There is a $25 fee to print a new license, if requested.
How do I transfer from one non-resident state to another?
The producer must submit a change of address letter and the MID staff will verify home state licensure on the NAIC Producer Licensing Database (SPLD). There is a $25 fee to print a new license, if requested.
What does a non-resident adjuster need to obtain a license in Mississippi?
The individual must submit an adjuster’s application ($50 fee) found at www.mid.state.ms.us: select “Individuals/Entities,” select “Adjuster Licensing.” You may also apply on-line at www.sircon.com/mississippi or www.nipr.com. The MID staff will verify home state licensure on the NAIC Producer Database (SPLD). The applicant must have passed an examination in their home state, in another state they are licensed in providing documentation or in Mississippi to receive the license.
Are salaried employees of an insurance company required to obtain an adjuster's license in Mississippi? No
What does it to take to add Variable Contracts to an existing agent's license which has Insurance Producer License with Life line of authority?
Producer will submit a License Amendment Form by applying online (www.sircon.com/mississippi or www.nipr.com). You can also download and mail the form found at www.mid.state.ms.us: select “Individuals/Entities,” select “Online Licensing Services,” select “List of Customer Services and Fees” and select appropriate service. If they are a resident, submit a copy of their NASD registration or series 6 or 7 test results. We will also verify on the FINRA website. If a non-resident the MID staff will verify home state licensure on the NAIC Producer Database (SPLD). There is a $25 fee to amend an existing license.
Can I reinstate an expired license?
Yes. Residents need to submit an application, reinstatement fee and complete 12 or 24 hours of continuing education (based on month of birth) within one year of previous license expiration. Non-residents need to submit an application and reinstatement fee, and the MID staff will verify home state licensure on the NAIC Producer Licensing Database (SPLD).
Note: A resident producer whose license has been expired for over one year is not eligible to reinstate and must comply with all initial application requirements.
This includes completing a new pre-licensing course and passing a written exam in order to reinstate the license.
How can I put my license on an inactive (non-active) status and later reactivate?
You need to write the words “put on non-active status” on the license renewal form and submit the appropriate renewal fee to keep the license current. This must be repeated each license period you are renewing. Non-active is when you are not selling, negotiating or soliciting. To reactivate, residents need to complete required continuing education and notify MID in writing, by fax 601-359-1951 or scan and email to licensing@mid.state.ms.us to change status to active.
I am currently licensed in your state as an insurance producer with Life line of authority and would like to sell long term care. Which line of insurance do I have to apply for to sell this product?
Producers would need to amend the license to add the Accident and Health line of authority to their license online (www.sircon.com/mississippi or www.nipr.com) or by paper application. Resident Producers must submit an amendment form, complete 20 hours of Accident & Health pre-license education and pass the Accident & Health exam. Non-resident Producers must submit an amendment form and the MID staff will verify home state licensure on the NAIC Producer Database (SPLD). There is a $25 fee to amend a license.
How do I apply for a Temporary Industrial Life, Health & Accident License?
The applicant must complete an application online at www.sircon.com/mississippi or www.nipr.com or submit a paper Temporary Limited Lines Insurance Producer application and submit a $100 license fee. The license is good for 120 days and may be issued one time.
May I send a completed application by fax? No
Where may I find licensing forms?
Visit our website at www.mid.state.ms.us, scroll down to Individuals/entities and click on “Applications for Licensure ”
How do I apply for a Mississippi non-resident license?
You are strongly encouraged to apply electronically at
www.sircon.com/mississippi or
www.nipr.com. You may
submit either a MS application or NAIC Uniform application
and appropriate license fee. The MID staff will verify
home state licensure on the NAIC Producer Database (SPLD).
How do I get scheduled for the exam?
Contact the Testing Services, Inc. by telephone (601) 956-0049, or visit www.testingservices-ms.com.
How do I get material to use for examination preparation?
Contact a prelicensing education provider. You can find a list of approved providers at www.sircon.com/mississippi and select Look Up Education Courses and Credits, and then follow the prompts or visit www.mid.state.ms.us click on Individuals/Entities, click on Prelicensing and Continuing Education and click on Study Material Sources.
