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Arizona · Insurance Agents · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Arizona Insurance Agent License

Arizona insurance agents must complete 48 hours of board-approved continuing education every 4 years, as required by Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
48 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 4 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Arizona insurance agents holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI).

When to renew

Arizona insurance agents licenses renew every 4 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://www.azleg.gov/ars/20/02902.htm)

The continuing education Arizona requires

Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI) requires 48 hours of approved continuing education every 4 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Ethics (6 hours)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Arizona 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. 2

    Complete 48 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI) requires 48 hours every 4 years, including Ethics (6 hours). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Arizona insurance agents course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Arizona, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI)

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal 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 Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI)

Arizona insurance agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Arizona insurance agents need?
Arizona insurance agents must complete 48 hours of board-approved continuing education every 4 years, as set by Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI).
What topics are required for Arizona insurance agents continuing education?
Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI) requires coverage of: Ethics (6 hours).
Is an exam required to renew a Arizona insurance agents license?
Yes — Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
Can Arizona insurance agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Arizona requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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