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District of Columbia · Insurance Agents · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your District of Columbia Insurance Agent License

District of Columbia insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers District of Columbia insurance agents holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB).

When to renew

District of Columbia 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://disb.dc.gov/page/continuing-education-information)

The continuing education District of Columbia requires

DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Ethics (3 hours)
  • Flood insurance (3 hours, first renewal for P&C)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    District of Columbia 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 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Ethics (3 hours), Flood insurance (3 hours, first renewal for P&C). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB)

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB)

District of Columbia insurance agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do District of Columbia insurance agents need?
District of Columbia insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB).
What topics are required for District of Columbia insurance agents continuing education?
DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) requires coverage of: Ethics (3 hours); Flood insurance (3 hours, first renewal for P&C).
Can District of Columbia insurance agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the District of Columbia requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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