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Hawaii · Insurance Agents · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Hawaii Insurance Agent License

Hawaii insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as required by Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
each renewal period
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Hawaii insurance agents holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.

When to renew

Hawaii insurance agents licenses renew each renewal period, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://codes.findlaw.com/hi/division-2-business/hi-rev-st-sect-431-7-101/)

The continuing education Hawaii requires

Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs requires 24 hours of approved continuing education each renewal period. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Ethics or Hawaii insurance laws and rules (3 hours)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Hawaii 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

    Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs requires 24 hours each renewal period, including Ethics or Hawaii insurance laws and rules (3 hours). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

    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 Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

Hawaii insurance agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Hawaii insurance agents need?
Hawaii insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as set by Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.
What topics are required for Hawaii insurance agents continuing education?
Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs requires coverage of: Ethics or Hawaii insurance laws and rules (3 hours).
Is an exam required to renew a Hawaii insurance agents license?
Yes — Hawaii Insurance Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
Can Hawaii insurance agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Hawaii requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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