North Carolina

Insurance Producer CE & renewal requirements in North Carolina (2026)

24 CE hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with North Carolina Department of Insurance.

Renewal cycle

Every 24 months

Biennial; last day of birth month (odd/even year tied to birth year)

Continuing education

24 CE hours per renewal

24 hrs biennial including mandatory ethics and flood hours; P&C/Personal Lines producers add 3-hr NFIP flood cert first cycle then every 4 years

  • Ethics
  • Flood (NFIP)

Source: North Carolina Department of Insurance · Verified July 5, 2026

Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit North Carolina Department of Insurance

Frequently asked questions

How often do insurance producers renew their license in North Carolina?
Biennial; last day of birth month (odd/even year tied to birth year)
How many CE hours do I need in North Carolina?
24 CE hours per renewal. 24 hrs biennial including mandatory ethics and flood hours; P&C/Personal Lines producers add 3-hr NFIP flood cert first cycle then every 4 years
Where do I renew my Insurance Producer license in North Carolina?
Through North Carolina 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.