Idaho requires testing and fingerprinting for all residents wishing to hold a license. Idaho has partnered with Pearson Vue to provide these services.
Testing Information
The Department recommends that anybody interested in testing for a license download the free pre-licensing Candidate Handbook. This document gives important information in preparation for the exam. NOTE: This is not a complete study guide, only an outline of topics in each exam.
To find the statutes and rules that are referenced in the above documents, go to Laws/Rules/Bulletins*. You can also download the content outline for the test for an overview of what will be included.
Idaho does not require pre-licensing education.
Examinations are given by appointment. Appointments for testing can be made through the Exam Registration website. Click here to register for the licensing exam.
Please see the chart below for the available exams.
| License Type | Exam Name | Exam Length | Price |
| Producer | ID Life Producer | 120 minutes | $65 |
| Each line of authority is its own test. | ID Disability/Health Producer | 120 minutes | $65 |
| ID Property Producer | 105 minutes | $65 | |
| ID Casualty Producer | 105 minutes | $65 | |
| ID Personal Lines Producer | 120 minutes | $65 | |
| ID Surety Producer* | 45 minutes | $65 | |
| Bail Agent | ID Bail Bonds | 60 minutes | $65 |
| Public Adjuster | ID Public Adjuster | 75 minutes | $65 |
| Independent Adjuster | ID Independent Adjuster | 75 minutes | $65 |
Testing Locations
Examinations can be done at any of the following testing centers or online. Do not contact testing centers to schedule an exam. To schedule an exam, you are required to use the Pearson Vue online reservation tool or by phone at 800-274-2721.
| Boise State Proctoring and Certification Services Chrisway Annex II 1406 Chrisway Dr. Boise, Idaho 83706 208-426-2761 | College of Southern Idaho 315 Falls Ave Canyon Building Room 119 Campus Testing Center, Room 119 Twin Falls, Idaho 83301 208-732-6532 | College of Eastern Idaho 1600 S 25th East Building 1 Room 25 Idaho Falls, Idaho 83404 208-535-5438 |
| Pearson Professional Centers-Boise ID 9183 W Black Eagle Dr Boise, Idaho 83709 986-888-3450 | Pearson VUE Test Center-Pocatello ID 812 East Clarke Street, Suite E Re/Max Building Pocatello, Idaho 83201 208-242-2692 | LC Testing Center 500 8th Ave Testing Center Library Room 161 Lewiston, Idaho 83501 208-792-2100 |
| College of Western Idaho – Ada County Campus 9314 W. Overland Road Lynx Building Boise, Idaho 83709 208-562-2542 | Nexus Training and Consulting, Inc. 175 W. Dalton Ave Coeur d ‘Alene, Idaho 83815 208-676-1240 | Pearson Professional Centers-Spokane WA 1410 N Mullan Rd, Suite 203 Mullan Centre Spokane Valley, Washington 99206 509-418-4601 |
| College of Western Idaho – Nampa Campus 5725 East Franklin Road, Suite 202 Nampa, Idaho 83687 208-562-2440 | Idaho State University 1001 S. 8th Ave Gravely Hall So. Side Room 351 Campus Box 8027 Pocatello, Idaho 83209 208-282-4506 | Online Proctor The test can be taken from nearly any where via OnVue with Pearson VUE |
Study Material
The Department recommends that anybody interested in testing for a license download the content outline for the exam. The content outline gives important information about what will be on the exam, especially for the Idaho module. NOTE: This is not a complete study guide, only an outline of topics in each exam.
Producer License’s Content Outlines by Line of Authority
Other License Types’ Content Outlines
While the DOI cannot directly provide study material we have compiled this list of contacts who provide study material relevant to the Idaho exams.
AD Banker – 1-800-866-2468
America’s Professor – 1-800-870-3130
CPMI – 877-601-2273
ExamFX – 800-586-2253
Intellipass, Inc. – 800-821-8326
Kaplan Financial Education – 800-824-8742
Mountain CE – (801) 518-1956
National Online Insurance School – 1-888-770-3681
Silver Key School of Insurance – 208-362-6000
WebCE – 877-488-9308
AdjusterPro – 214-329-9030
Worker’s Compensation Specific Information:
Fingerprints Information
Idaho requires all applicants for a resident license to submit fingerprints for the purpose of a background check. There is a non-refundable processing fee of $61.25
The CHRI/Request and Release form and the fingerprinting receipt must be returned to the DOI by the applicant as part of the application process. Fingerprints are taken by appointment. To schedule an appointment please use the Pearson Vue online reservation tool.
After fingerprints are submitted the applicant needs to immediately move to the next step of the application process. The Department can not see, track or verify anything about an person’s fingerprints until their application submitted and the completed CHRI sent to the Department.
How to Submit Your Fingerprints
Idaho requires all applicants for a resident license submit fingerprints for the purpose of a background check.
The CHRI/Request and Release form and the fingerprinting receipt must be returned to the DOI by the applicant as part of the application process.
After fingerprints are submitted you need to immediately move to the next step of the application process. The Department can not see, track or verify anything about an person’s fingerprints until their application submitted and the completed CHRI sent to the Department.
Electronic fingerprinting is available at the following Pearson Vue locations.
| Pearson Professional Centers-Boise ID 9183 W Black Eagle Dr Boise, Idaho 83709 Phone: 986-888-3450 | Pearson VUE Test Center-Pocatello ID 812 East Clarke Street, Suite E Re/Max Building Pocatello, Idaho 83201 Phone: 208-242-2692 | Pearson Professional Centers-Spokane WA 1410 N Mullan Rd, Suite 203 Mullan Centre Spokane Valley, Washington 99206 Phone: 509-418-4601 |
Step 1: Use the Pearson Vue online reservation tool to schedule an Electronic Fingerprint appointment. This will be listed under exams and is called “InsID-FPELC”. You will be required to pay the non-refundable processing fee of $61.25 at this time.
Step 2: Go to the location you scheduled your appointment at when the time comes. Please review the licensing Candidate Handbook to ensure you bring all required documents.
Step 1: Have your fingerprints taken per the instructions in Hard Card Fingerprint Instructions, at any law enforcement office.
Step 2: Use the Pearson Vue online reservation tool to schedule a Fingerprint Hard Card appointment. You WILL be scheduling an Exam You are scheduling your fingerprints to be examined.
After you log in you need to click on “View Exams”. You need to select the exam named “InsID-FPHC”. Follow the prompts on the screen untill you get to scheduling, select the first available appointment on or after the date you intend to mail your hard card. It is important that Pearson VUE receives your card within 5 days of the appointment date you select.
You do not need to go to Texas. You are not taking an examination. Your fingerprints are being mailed to Texas for examination on the day you pick.
Step 3: You will be required to pay the non-refundable processing fee of $61.25 when you make the appointment.
Step 4: Print Pearson VUE Confirmation of Payment email.
Step 5: Mail completed fingerprint card and printed payment confirmation email via USPS to:
Idaho Dept. of Insurance Fingerprints
OHTI
1125B Avenida High View Rd. Driftwood, TX 78619
Do not send the completed card to the Department of Insurance
FAQs
Does Idaho require pre-licensing education?
No.
Can I take my exam remotely?
Yes. Remote proctoring can be selected when scheduling an exam from Pearson Vue.
Does Idaho provide study material?
Click here for more information on studying for the exam.
Are the pass rates for the Idaho Insurance exam available?
I have a resident license in another state and am moving to Idaho, do I need to test again?
You do not need to test, but you will need to fingerprint. Click here for detailed instructions on switching your resident licenses to Idaho.
Can I use fingerprints that I had done for another purpose?
No, due to inter departmental restrictions other forms of fingerprinting cannot be used in lieu of the DOI fingerprinting process.
Can I use fingerprints that were taken for my insurance license in another state?
No.
Can I get my fingerprints done for Idaho in another state?
Yes. Please download the Hard Card Fingerprint Instructions for instructions.
Can I submit my fingerprints without going to a Person VUE location?
Yes. Please download the Hard Card Fingerprint Instructions for instructions.
I’m a veteran, will the GI bill cover testing/fingerprinting?
Yes. All Idaho insurance licensing exams for the producers/bail/adjuster licenses are currently qualified through the Idaho Veteran’s Administration for U.S. Veterans to receive reimbursement through the GI Bill® Instructions and information.
How do I contact Pearson Vue directly?
Pearson VUE can be contacted via the following channels:
Website: www.pearsonvue.com/id/insurance
Phone: 800-274-2721
Email for questions concerning scheduling and the exam Email: pearsonvuecustomerservice@pearson.com
Email for questions concerning status of your fingerprint submersion: vueclientfp@pearson.com Please note this is for questions or concerns AFTER your fingerprints have been mailed.
Have more questions?
Contact the Licensing Team