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How to renew as an agent

Step 1 of 3 - Log in process

  • You will need your username and password to login. 

  • If you have forgotten your password, select Forgot Password on the login screen.

Step 2 of 3 - Submit an application

  • Click on Create New Application and choose Agent Renewal

  • You will have to upload the following documents:  

    • Digital photo

    • Valid Driver’s License or State Issued ID card 

    • Proof of Residency (and any address change documentation)

    • Fingerprint Consent Form (if applicable) Link >

    • *Must be within 30 days of application from a Live Scan vendor.

       

  • Fingerprints are required every 5 years.
    • Your initial application counts as Year 1
    • You will need to submit a new set of fingerprints with your 4th renewal (which occurs in Year 5).
    • After that, fingerprints will be required every 5 years, so again at your 9th renewal (Year 10), and so on. 
    • Exception: A new background check is required any time an agent applies with a new employer.

 

  • For Payment, Pay with E-check or Credit card.
    • Pay $100 with E-check (no additional transaction fee applies) or Credit card (2.25% transaction fee applies).

Step 3 of 3 - Notification updates

  • Monitor your inbox for updates from the review process by IDOA.

  • You will receive email notification for any rejections due to potential issues with your renewal application. 

  • Rejected applications must be corrected and resubmitted through NLS.

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