How to Get Your Washington Life & Health Insurance License

To get your Washington life & health insurance license, you'll take the state exam administered by PSI and file your application through NIPR. Fingerprints are required (IdentoGO (IDEMIA) — any center, $49).

Exam vendor
PSI
Application system
NIPR
Fingerprints
Required — IdentoGO (IDEMIA) — any center, $49
Fees
$49 fingerprints + background
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 Washington L&H exam at PSI
  3. 2
    Apply via NIPR
  4. 3
    Complete IdentoGO e-fingerprints ($49 incl. background + rolling)
  5. 4
    License issued after clearance

Watch-outs

  • E-fingerprints at any IDEMIA IdentoGO center.

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Frequently asked questions

Who administers the Washington insurance exam?
The Washington life & health insurance exam is administered by PSI.
Do I need fingerprints for a Washington insurance license?
Yes — fingerprints are required for Washington resident insurance producers (IdentoGO (IDEMIA) — any center, $49). With application.
How do I apply for my Washington insurance license?
Applications are filed through NIPR.
What does a Washington insurance license cost?
Washington fees: $49 fingerprints + background. Fees can change — always confirm with the state before paying.