P.A. 187, Travel – Limited Lines (Individual & Business Entity)
Definition
The Act defines "designated travel retailers" as business entities that arrange or offer travel services and are designated by a duly licensed limited lines insurance producer to offer and disseminate travel insurance to residents of Connecticut on such producer's behalf.
Public Act 187 (Travel – Limited Lines) – Authority to solicit, negotiate or sell Travel Insurance ONLY.
Applicable Statutes
C.G.S. §38a-398 – see Title 38a* Insurance
Changes to the Licensing Requirements Applicable to Individuals and Business Entities Marketing Travel Insurance Products: Bulletin L-22
Fees
Initial: $750.00
Reinstatement: $750.00
Renewal: $650.00
Late Renewal: $1,300.00
No pro-rating, non-refundable $100.00 application fee.
Duration
Business Entities: Two (2) years – Expires January 31st every EVEN year.
Individual: Two (2) years – Expires Birth Date every OTHER year.
How to Apply
Apply by going to National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).
Designated Responsible Licensed Person (DRLP)
A Designated Responsible Licensed Person (DRLP) is a licensed individual designated by a business entity to be responsible for the entity’s insurance license and regulatory compliance.
DRLP Required: YES
Business entities applying for or holding a P.A. 187 Travel – Limited Lines license must designate at least one DRLP.
The DRLP must:
- Hold an active Connecticut insurance license (resident or non-resident)
- Hold a license type that corresponds to the business entity’s license
- Be listed in the NIPR application/record for the business entity
There is no limit to the number of DRLPs a business entity may designate.
Important Travel Limited Lines Rule
Business entities applying for or holding a P.A. 187 Travel – Limited Lines license, the DRLP must hold one of the following:
- A P.A. 187 Travel – Limited Lines license
- A standard lines Producer license (Property & Casualty, Life, Accident & Health or Sickness, or Personal Lines)
- A Travel Limited Lines license
An individual who holds only Credit and/or Crop limited lines authority cannot serve as the DRLP for a P.A. 187 Travel business entity.
How to Renew
Not applicable.
- Renewal notices are EMAILED about 90 days before the expiration date.
- Apply on the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).
How to Amend Lines of Authority
Not applicable.
How to Reinstate a License
- To reinstate the license for up to one (1) year after expiration date, you will be required to pay a late fee of $650.00, for a total of $1,300.00. Apply by going to National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).
- After one (1) year, you will be required to complete the reinstatement application fee with $750.00 fee. Apply by going to National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).
How to change License information (ie.: email and address)
Update your License Information
Print a copy of the license
Initial Education Requirements
None.
Waivers due to Designations
None.
Renewal Continuing Education (CE) Requirements
Connecticut does not require CE for any Limited Lines Travel Only.
Cancel License
License Voluntary – Surrender Request
Important Information
P.A. 187 (Travel – Limited Lines) FAQs
This license type does not require fingerprints.