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Obtain a Surplus Lines License
There are two types of surplus lines licenses – resident and non-resident. An applicant for a Resident Surplus Lines License shall:
- Be currently licensed in good standing as a resident Pennsylvania Property and Casualty insurance producer;
- Pass the Pennsylvania Surplus Lines examination—there are no exemptions
- Submit the appropriate application and pay the license fee via Sircon using the kiosk at the exam center; and
- If there is a partnership or corporation involved, Form IDL-22 must also be submitted via Sircon. Applicants can contact the Department for the application, and statement of regulations.
A Non-resident Surplus Lines License may only be obtained for the purpose of placing business on behalf of a Pennsylvania resident with an eligible surplus lines insurer. An applicant shall:
- Be currently licensed in Pennsylvania as a nonresident property and casualty insurance producer, either pass PA’s surplus lines examination or hold surplus lines authority in their home state
- Submit an application via Sircon
Below are information links frequently used to prepare for the surplus lines licensee test for Pennsylvania. Refer to the How to Apply for a license section of the Pennsylvania Insurance Department website for more information.