How to Get Your Maine Insurance License in 2026
A complete step-by-step guide to becoming a licensed insurance producer in Maine. Maine does not require state-approved pre-licensing education — go straight to exam prep.
Maine insurance license — quick facts
| State regulator | Maine Bureau of Insurance |
| Exam vendor | Prometric |
| Pre-licensing education | Not required |
| Exam fee (resident) | ~$59 per attempt |
| License application fee | ~$55 per line |
| Fingerprinting | May be required |
| License term | 2 years |
| CE requirement | 24 hours / 2 years incl. 3 hours ethics |
The six steps
- 1
Complete pre-licensing education
Not required in Maine — the Maine Bureau of Insurance does not mandate state-approved pre-licensing for resident producers. Go straight to focused exam prep. Our $49.99 Maine course gets you exam-ready.
- 2
Schedule your Prometric exam
Maine contracts with Prometric for insurance license exams. Register at prometric.com/maine-insurance, pick a testing center, and pay the current exam fee (~$59 per attempt). {/* TODO: verify */}
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Pass the exam
Maine uses a 70% passing standard for resident producer exams. Prometric sends your score directly to the Bureau of Insurance within 24-48 hours.
- 4
Submit your Maine license application
Apply through NIPR. Maine license fees run ~$55 per line. {/* TODO: verify */}
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Background check
Maine may require fingerprinting for new resident producers. {/* TODO: verify */}
- 6
Get appointed by a carrier
A producer license alone doesn't authorize you to sell — you need at least one carrier appointment.
What's on the Maine P&C exam
Standard NAIC P&C framework plus Maine-specific statutes (24-A M.R.S.).
- Maine insurance regulation — ~15-20%
- General insurance principles — ~10-15%
- Property — ~20-25%
- Casualty — ~25-30%
- Commercial Package, BOP, WC, Surety — ~15-20%
CE requirements after licensing
Maine producer licenses renew every 2 years with 24 hours of Bureau-approved CE including 3 hours ethics.
Cost breakdown
- Exam-prep course: $49.99 with Elite Training Academy
- Prometric exam fee: ~$59 per attempt
- License application: ~$55 per line
- Biennial CE: $30-$200
Ready to start studying?
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See Maine exam prep courses →Frequently asked questions
Does Maine require pre-licensing education?
No. The Maine Bureau of Insurance does not require state-approved pre-licensing for resident producer licenses.
What's the passing score on the Maine insurance exam?
70% — Prometric administers and sends results to the Bureau of Insurance.
How long does it take to get a Maine insurance license?
Typically 3-6 weeks.
Related guides
- Texas insurance license cost — full breakdown
- How to get your Texas insurance license
- All exam-prep and CE pricing
Sources cited
- Maine Bureau of Insurance
- Prometric Maine Insurance Candidate Bulletin
- NIPR — National Insurance Producer Registry
- 24-A M.R.S. — Maine Insurance Code
This guide is based on Maine Bureau of Insurance and Prometric published procedures current as of 2026. Always verify current requirements at maine.gov/pfr/insurance before relying on any specific number.