Washington · Insurance Agents · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your Washington Insurance Agent License
Washington insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC).
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) rule on September 4, 2026.
- CE hours
- 24 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- Per license
- Exam to renew
- Required
Who has to renew
This guide covers Washington insurance agents holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC).
When to renew
Washington 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://app.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=284-17-224)
The continuing education Washington requires
Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- Ethics (3 of 24 hours)
How to renew, step by step
- 1
Confirm your license class and renewal date
Washington 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 24 hours of board-approved continuing education
Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Ethics (3 of 24 hours). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the Washington 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 Washington, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
- 5
Renew with Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC)
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 Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC)
Washington insurance agent renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do Washington insurance agents need?
- Washington insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC).
- What topics are required for Washington insurance agents continuing education?
- Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) requires coverage of: Ethics (3 of 24 hours).
- Is an exam required to renew a Washington insurance agents license?
- Yes — Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
- Can Washington insurance agents complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Washington requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) — official board site
- Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 4, 2026
- Washington Insurance Agents continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class