How to Get a Life and Health Insurance License in Nevada

The steps in Nevada

1. Prepare for the examNevada does not require a pre-licensing course. Most people still use an online prep course and practice exams.
2. Pass the state examExams are run by Pearson VUE. You take one combined life and health exam. You need a score of 70 to pass.
3. Get fingerprintedNevada requires fingerprints for a background check.
4. Apply for your licenseApply online through NIPR or Sircon. The state fee is $185 and covers both lines; the application site adds a small transaction fee.
5. Get appointedThe insurance companies you will represent appoint you. When you join an agency, it usually handles this for you.

What it costs

Pre-licensing course	Not required (optional prep, often $50 to $350)
State exam	$47 per attempt
Fingerprints	Required, about $50 (the vendor sets the price)
License fee	$185
Typical total	$282 to $679

The low end assumes you pass the first time without a paid course. The high end includes a full-price course and one retake. Many agencies cover or reimburse licensing costs, so ask before you buy anything.

Estimate my exact cost

Good to know

• Get fingerprinted after you apply: bring the fingerprint form from your confirmation email to an approved Nevada vendor within 90 days. Each vendor sets its own price. Pass the exam within one year before you apply.
• After you are licensed: 30 hours of continuing education every 3 years, including 3 hours of ethics.

Official sources

• Nevada resident licensing requirements
• doi.nv.gov/Licensing/License_Types/Producer/Individuals
• doi.nv.gov/Licensing/Fingerprints_and_Background_Reports
• home.pearsonvue.com/content/dam/VUE/vue/en/documents/publications/122900.pdf

New to licensing? Start with How to Get Your Life and Health Insurance License for the full picture.

Checked against official Nevada sources in October 2026. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the Nevada insurance department before you pay. This is general information, not licensing advice.