How to Get Your Virginia Life & Health Insurance License

To get your Virginia life & health insurance license, you'll take the state exam administered by Prometric and file your application through NIPR. No fingerprints are required.

Exam vendor
Prometric
Application system
NIPR
Fingerprints
Not required
Fees
No unusual fees noted
Verified Jul 2026

Step-by-step

  1. Complete your prelicensing education or exam prep. LicenseIQ offers an online prelicensing course and exam prep you can start today.
  2. 1
    Pass the Virginia L&H exam at Prometric
  3. 2
    Apply via NIPR
  4. 3
    License issued after review

Watch-outs

  • No fingerprints for producers (consultants/public adjusters differ).

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Frequently asked questions

Who administers the Virginia insurance exam?
The Virginia life & health insurance exam is administered by Prometric.
Do I need fingerprints for a Virginia insurance license?
No — Virginia does not require fingerprints for resident insurance producer applicants.
How do I apply for my Virginia insurance license?
Applications are filed through NIPR.