Alaska · Insurance Agents · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your Alaska Insurance Agent License
Alaska insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development).
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development) rule on September 4, 2026.
- CE hours
- 24 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- Per license
- Exam to renew
- Required
Who has to renew
This guide covers Alaska insurance agents holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development).
When to renew
Alaska insurance agents licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://akrules.elaws.us/aac/3.23.100)
The continuing education Alaska requires
Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- Insurance ethics (3 hours)
How to renew, step by step
- 1
Confirm your license class and renewal date
Alaska sets insurance agents requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.
- 2
Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education
Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Insurance ethics (3 hours). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the Alaska insurance agents course - 3
Save your certificate of completion
Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.
- 4
Make sure your hours reach the board
In Alaska, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
- 5
Renew with Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development)
Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. This renewal also requires passing an exam. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.
Go to Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development)
Alaska insurance agent renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do Alaska insurance agents need?
- Alaska insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development).
- What topics are required for Alaska insurance agents continuing education?
- Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development) requires coverage of: Insurance ethics (3 hours).
- Is an exam required to renew a Alaska insurance agents license?
- Yes — Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
- Can Alaska insurance agents complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Alaska requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- Alaska Division of Insurance (Dept. of Commerce, Community & Economic Development) — official board site
- Alaska Insurance Agents continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class