Nov 14, 2025 · Surplus Lines Agents must register with Agent's and Adjuster Licensing. Companies seeking to be eligible for Surplus Lines must first file with the Surplus Lines …

Surplus lines insurance can only be procured by specially licensed Texas surplus lines agents and only from eligible surplus lines insurance companies, approved by the TDI.

The Arizona Legislature has removed the compliance attestation from the required information a surplus lines broker must file with the Arizona Insurance Department to procure surplus lines …

May 2, 2022 · The licensed surplus lines broker is responsible for ensuring the surplus lines insurer meets eligibility criteria to write policies in the state and remits payment of the surplus …

Mar 13, 2025 · Brokers handling surplus lines insurance need a specialized license beyond the standard insurance producer requirements. Unlike agents selling policies from admitted …

Apr 5, 2024 · State insurance license requirements for selling surplus lines vary by jurisdiction but typically involve obtaining a surplus lines broker license. Some states may also require the …

Sep 26, 2025 · Unlike most types of insurance, surplus lines insurance can be sold by insurers that are not licensed in the buyer’s state. Surplus lines insurers need a license in their home...

Apr 25, 2025 · To do business in Texas, surplus lines companies must meet financial requirements and be licensed in their home state or country. Before buying a surplus line …

Apr 28, 2023 · Individual producers who are licensed to sell surplus lines insurance can sell surplus lines insurance, to state the obvious. But insurance consumers can also go directly to …

Sep 12, 2025 · To qualify for surplus lines coverage, you must first try to purchase the necessary insurance from a licensed admitted carrier. If you're unable to find coverage through standard …