Get your life insurance license in Tennessee
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.
Tennessee 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.
- Step 3: Get fingerprinted at IdentoGO at least 2 business days before you apply, and email the signed fingerprint acknowledgement form.
- Step 4: Apply through NIPR, at least 48 hours after your exam.
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 Tennessee
| Course (our link) | $149 |
|---|---|
| License application | $50 |
| Exam (Pearson VUE) | $55 · Life & Health: $80 |
| Fingerprints | Set by the vendor when you book |
| About $254 with the course, plus the fingerprint fee | |
Official links
- Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI), Insurance Division - Agent Licensing Section
- Book your exam (Pearson VUE)
- Apply for your license
Fees and rules change. Check the official links before you pay. Last checked October 2026.