Motor Vehicle Physical Damage (MVPD) Appraiser
(Individual & Business Entity)
Definition
MOTOR VEHICLE PHYSICAL DAMAGE (MVPD) APPRAISER – Motor Vehicle Physical Damage Appraiser means any person who or which practices as a business the appraising of damages to motor vehicles insured under automobile physical damage policies or on behalf of third party claimants.
Applicable Statutes
C.G.S. §38a-790 – see Title 38a* Insurance
Fees
Initial: $130.00
Amendment: $130.00
Reinstatement: $130.00
Renewal: $80.00
No pro-rating, non-refundable $50.00 application fee.
Duration
Two (2) years
Individuals: Birth month – every OTHER year.
Note: Effective 10/1/2024 – after the initial license period, renewals occur every two years on the last day of the licensee’s birth month. (The first issued license may not be a full two years; this also applies to licenses previously expiring on 06/30/2025.)
Business Entity: June 30th every ODD year.
How to Apply
Residents:
- No pre-licensing course is required before taking the Appraiser exam. (Study Material)
- Motor Vehicle Physical Damage (MVPD) Appraisers
- To download the Candidate Handbook and schedule the exam.
- MVPD Appraiser license type requires a written exam.
- After passing the exam, apply at the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).
(Note: you do not need to submit the "pass" examination result, the Department will verify this information with our vendor.)
Non-Residents:
- Connecticut will grant reciprocity with an equivalent license in any other state.
- Apply at National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).
Non-Residents claiming DHS:
- Connecticut issues Non-Resident DHS status to an individual who resides in a state with no Appraiser licensing
- Same requirements as in the Residents section above.
- After passing the exam, apply at the 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.
For license types issued to business entities, a DRLP ensures there is a properly licensed individual accountable for the entity’s insurance activities.
DRLP Required: YES
Business entities applying for or holding a MVPD Appraiser 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.
How to Renew
- Renewal notices are EMAILED about 90 days before the expiration date.
- Apply at National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).
How to Amend Lines of Authority
Not Applicable
How to Reinstate a License
After a license has been cancelled for two (2) years or more, residents are required to successfully pass the applicable examination prior to submitting a reinstatement application through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).
How to change License information (i.e.: email and address)
Update your License Information
Print a copy of the license
Initial Education Requirements
No pre-licensing required. (Study Material)
Waivers due to Designations
None.
Renewal Continuing Education (CE) Requirements (C.G.S 38a-465a(p))
Connecticut does not require CE for Appraisers.
Cancel License
License Voluntary – Surrender Request
Important Information
This license type does not require fingerprints.