How Do You Replace A Washington Insurance Agent License With A California Agent License?
When life throws you a curve and you move from one state to another, you rarely change careers. For some fields, like insurance agents, this means having to get a new license. California requires agents from other states, including Washington, to go through a licensing process, although not as stringent as if you were getting a license for the first time. Complete a 12-hour Ethics and California Insurance Code course. In 2010, approximately 40 companies throughout California offered pre-licensing courses, including the Ethics and California Insurance Code course. (Reference 2) The fee for the course varies from company to company. Submit your fingerprints to the California Department of Insurance. California uses Live Scan to take fingerprints with locations throughout the state. Live Scan is used in most states, including Washington and includes both a state and national criminal background check. (Reference 3) Apply for an insurance license. California has an application available on
