Newfoundland and Labrador - Apply for Insurance Broker License

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Insurance Broker License, the applicant has to approach the Insurance Council link
2. Complete the required education and training courses specific to insurance brokering. This typically includes completing a specified number of hours of pre-licensing education and passing the applicable licensing exams.
3. The courses and exams cover various aspects of insurance, including laws, ethics, policies, and regulations.
4. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
5. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
6. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
7. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
8. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
9. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
10. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
11. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
12. The regulatory body will conduct a background check, which may include a review of the applicant’s criminal record and any past disciplinary actions.
13. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
14. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
15. If the application is approved, the applicant will receive his/her insurance broker license. The applicant may need to pay additional registration and licensing fees at this stage.
16. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Fee receipt
• Criminal record check
• Proof of insurance coverage
• Educational transcripts
• Employment verification
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Insurance Council
Digital Government and Service NL
100 Prince Phillip Drive
P.O. Box 8700
St. John’s, NL A1B 4J6
Telephone: 1-709-729-4834
Email: [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

The requirements for becoming an insurance broker in Canada vary by province or territory.

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Complete the required education and training.
• Pass the licensing exam.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 - 20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name of the applicant
• Address of the applicant
• Age
• Plan
• Email ID
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Education details
• Mailing address
• Nationality
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• An Insurance Broker License in Canada is a credential that allows individuals or businesses to operate as insurance brokers in a specific province or territory.
• Insurance brokers act as intermediaries between insurance companies and clients, helping clients find suitable insurance coverage based on their needs and providing guidance throughout the insurance purchasing process.

Information which might help

• Obtaining an Insurance Broker License demonstrates that the individual or business has met the requirements set by the regulatory body responsible for overseeing insurance licensing in the respective province or territory.
• The licensing process aims to ensure that insurance brokers have the necessary knowledge, skills, and ethical standards to provide professional insurance advice and services.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• The licensing exam for insurance brokers is administered by the provincial or territorial insurance regulator. The exam covers a wide range of topics, including insurance law, regulations, and products. Applicants must pass the exam with a passing grade in order to obtain a license.