Frequently Asked Licensing Questions - General
1. What is the best way to obtain forms from the Division?

The forms are found individually on the Division’s Web site and may also be located through the hyperlinks included in the license application instructions. When ever possible, the Division encourages online processes to streamline your licensing request.

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2. Who do I make checks payable to?

Fees are payable by personal check, company check, cashier’s check or money order.  Fees are payable to the Nevada Division of Insurance.  Fees are deemed earned upon receipt and may not be refunded.

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3. What is the turnaround time for most application and renewal requests?

Electronic applications and renewals are reviewed and processed on a priority basis. Most electronic submissions are processed within 5 business days.  The review and processing time for paper submissions depends on current workload.  Please allow a four week review time for application and renewal submissions.  Specialty License types review and processing time varies depending on the complexity of the application type.

Licensees are encouraged to update their address and e-mail information using the electronic services of Sircon or NIPR. Licensees also can update their license address information in hard copy format, by using Form 316. Please include your e-mail address in all address changes and updates.

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4.How long after I have a change of address must it be reported to the Division?

Nevada law requires a licensee to notify the Division of a change of address within 30 days of the date of change.  The address update includes an email address update.  The Commissioner may revoke the license of a licensee for failing to notify the Commissioner of a change of address.  Address changes may be submitted online through Sircon or NIPR, or by utilizing the Nevada Change of Address form, Form 316.

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5. What is the Producer Database (PDB)?

The PDB is an electronic database consisting of information relating to insurance agents and brokers (producers), accessible through NIPR on a subscription basis through the Internet. PDB links state regulatory licensing systems into one common system establishing a repository of producer licensing information. PDB also contains or references producer information from sources such as the NAIC’s Regulatory Information Retrieval System (RIRS). Its development is based in part on the belief that widespread availability of such information will make it more difficult for a producer with a significant disciplinary history to continue illegal or unethical practices.

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6. What information may be found through the PDB?

The PDB contains licensing demographics including names, dates of births, addresses, license summaries, license numbers, issue dates, expiration dates, lines of authority, appointment information and regulatory actions.

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7. How do I obtain a PDB printout?

To obtain your own PDB printout, you will need to complete a Producer Request Form, found through the PDB section of the NIPR web site. This is a fee-for-service look-up

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8. What is the National Producer Number (NPN)?

The NPN is a number which identifies each licensee in the PDB. The NPN number helps identify the licensee without using the individual’s Social Security Number.

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