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New Hampshire · Insurance Agents · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your New Hampshire Insurance Agent License

New Hampshire insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by New Hampshire Insurance Department, Licensing Division.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the New Hampshire Insurance Department, Licensing Division 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 New Hampshire insurance agents holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by New Hampshire Insurance Department, Licensing Division.

When to renew

New Hampshire 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://gc.nh.gov/rules/state_agencies/ins1300.html)

The continuing education New Hampshire requires

New Hampshire Insurance Department, Licensing Division requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Ethics (min 3, max 10 hours)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    New Hampshire 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

    New Hampshire Insurance Department, Licensing Division requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Ethics (min 3, max 10 hours). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with New Hampshire Insurance Department, Licensing Division

    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 New Hampshire Insurance Department, Licensing Division

New Hampshire insurance agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do New Hampshire insurance agents need?
New Hampshire insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by New Hampshire Insurance Department, Licensing Division.
What topics are required for New Hampshire insurance agents continuing education?
New Hampshire Insurance Department, Licensing Division requires coverage of: Ethics (min 3, max 10 hours).
Can New Hampshire insurance agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the New Hampshire requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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