Illinois
Insurance Producer CE & renewal requirements in Illinois (2026)
24 CE hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Illinois Department of Insurance.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Renews every 2 years before the last day of the licensee's birth month
Continuing education
24 CE hours per renewal
24 hrs total incl. 3 hrs classroom/webinar ethics (self-paced online ethics not accepted); one-time 4-hr Annuity Suitability course for annuity producers and one-time 3-hr NFIP flood course for flood producers
- Ethics
- Annuity Suitability (if applicable)
- Flood (if applicable)
Source: Illinois Department of Insurance · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Illinois Department of Insurance
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- How often do insurance producers renew their license in Illinois?
- Renews every 2 years before the last day of the licensee's birth month
- How many CE hours do I need in Illinois?
- 24 CE hours per renewal. 24 hrs total incl. 3 hrs classroom/webinar ethics (self-paced online ethics not accepted); one-time 4-hr Annuity Suitability course for annuity producers and one-time 3-hr NFIP flood course for flood producers
- Where do I renew my Insurance Producer license in Illinois?
- Through Illinois Department of Insurance. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.