To obtain a Surplus Lines Agent License, which of the following is required?

To obtain a Surplus Lines Agent License, which of the following is required?

• A. Only pass a general lines insurance exam
• B. Be licensed as a General Lines Agent - P&C, MGA, or nonresident; pay annual fee no more than $50; submit a license application on the proper form and pass an exam; if partnership, each partner passes; if corporation, each officer/director/shareholder passes; may pay exam fee
• C. Must be a Texas resident
• D. Must have 10 years of experience

Answer: (B)

Becoming a Surplus Lines Agent in Texas builds on an existing property and casualty license rather than standing alone. You must already be licensed as a General Lines Agent – P&C, a managing general agent (MGA), or be a nonresident licensed in Texas. This ensures you have the baseline authority and knowledge to work with surplus lines. In addition, you’ll pay an annual fee (not to exceed $50), submit the license application on the proper form, and pass the surplus lines exam. If you’re part of a partnership, each partner must pass the exam; if you’re a corporation, each officer, director, or shareholder must pass. Residency is not required, since nonresident licenses are allowed, and there’s no requirement for a fixed number of years of experience.

Becoming a Surplus Lines Agent in Texas builds on an existing property and casualty license rather than standing alone. You must already be licensed as a General Lines Agent – P&C, a managing general agent (MGA), or be a nonresident licensed in Texas. This ensures you have the baseline authority and knowledge to work with surplus lines. In addition, you’ll pay an annual fee (not to exceed $50), submit the license application on the proper form, and pass the surplus lines exam. If you’re part of a partnership, each partner must pass the exam; if you’re a corporation, each officer, director, or shareholder must pass. Residency is not required, since nonresident licenses are allowed, and there’s no requirement for a fixed number of years of experience.