Get your life insurance license in Montana
Step 1: Enroll in our recommended course
JustInsurance reports a 93% first-attempt pass rate among students who finish the course. Life is required; we encourage Life & Health.
Montana doesn't require a pre-licensing course, but we recommend one. It's the surest way to pass the first time.
Enroll with JustInsurance, $149- Step 2: Pass your exam with Pearson VUE (75% to pass).
- Step 3: Apply through NIPR.
- Step 4: Email the signed fingerprint consent form to the Commissioner's office, and mail your fingerprint card and fee to Montana DOJ Criminal Records.
What to bring to the exam
Two current IDs with your signature: a government-issued photo ID, plus a second ID with a signature.
What it costs in Montana
| Course (our link) | $149 |
|---|---|
| License application | No fee |
| Exam (Pearson VUE) | $65 |
| Fingerprints | $30 |
| About $244 with the course | |
Official links
- Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI), Office of the Montana State Auditor
- Book your exam (Pearson VUE)
- Apply for your license
Fees and rules change. Check the official links before you pay. Last checked October 2026.