What is NIPR, and how do I use it for insurance licensing?

The National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR) is an affiliate of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), incorporated in 1996 to standardize and streamline producer licensing. You use its online tools to apply for a resident or nonresident license, renew a license, change your contact information, and verify existing licenses. To apply, you provide your Social Security Number, date of birth, and an electronic payment, and states typically review applications in 7 to 10 days.