Skip to main content

Ohio · Insurance Agents · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Ohio Insurance Agent License

Ohio insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Ohio Department of Insurance (CE provider/course review contracted to PSI Services).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Ohio Department of Insurance (CE provider/course review contracted to PSI Services) 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 Ohio insurance agents holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Ohio Department of Insurance (CE provider/course review contracted to PSI Services).

When to renew

Ohio 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://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-3905.481)

The continuing education Ohio requires

Ohio Department of Insurance (CE provider/course review contracted to PSI Services) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Ethics (3 hrs of the 24)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Ohio 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

    Ohio Department of Insurance (CE provider/course review contracted to PSI Services) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Ethics (3 hrs of the 24). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Ohio Department of Insurance (CE provider/course review contracted to PSI Services)

    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 Ohio Department of Insurance (CE provider/course review contracted to PSI Services)

Ohio insurance agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Ohio insurance agents need?
Ohio insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Ohio Department of Insurance (CE provider/course review contracted to PSI Services).
What topics are required for Ohio insurance agents continuing education?
Ohio Department of Insurance (CE provider/course review contracted to PSI Services) requires coverage of: Ethics (3 hrs of the 24).
Can Ohio insurance agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Ohio requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

Sources