Massachusetts · Insurance Agents · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your Massachusetts Insurance Agent License
Massachusetts insurance agents must complete 45 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as required by Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric).
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric) rule on September 4, 2026.
- CE hours
- 45 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 3 years
- Next deadline
- Per license
- Exam to renew
- Not required
Who has to renew
This guide covers Massachusetts insurance agents holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric).
When to renew
Massachusetts insurance agents licenses renew every 3 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleXXII/Chapter175/Section177E)
The continuing education Massachusetts requires
Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric) requires 45 hours of approved continuing education every 3 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- Massachusetts Approved Ethics (MAE) - 3 hours
How to renew, step by step
- 1
Confirm your license class and renewal date
Massachusetts 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 45 hours of board-approved continuing education
Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric) requires 45 hours every 3 years, including Massachusetts Approved Ethics (MAE) - 3 hours. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
- 5
Renew with Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric)
Submit your renewal 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 Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric)
Massachusetts insurance agent renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do Massachusetts insurance agents need?
- Massachusetts insurance agents must complete 45 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric).
- What topics are required for Massachusetts insurance agents continuing education?
- Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric) requires coverage of: Massachusetts Approved Ethics (MAE) - 3 hours.
- Can Massachusetts insurance agents complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Massachusetts requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- Massachusetts Division of Insurance (Continuing Education Administrator: Prometric) — official board site
- Massachusetts Insurance Agents continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class