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.

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.

Initial: $130.00
Amendment: $130.00
Reinstatement: $130.00
Renewal: $80.00
No pro-rating, non-refundable $50.00 application fee.

Residents:

Non-Residents:

• Connecticut will grant reciprocity with an equivalent license in any other state.
• Apply directly through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).

Non-Residents Claiming Designated Home State (DHS):

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.

Renewals are processed through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR)

Renewal notices are emailed about 90 days before your expiration date.

Residents and Non-Residents Claiming CT DHS

Step 1: Determine Your Eligibility to Renew

• No Continuing Education (CE) is required for Connecticut Resident MVPD Appraisers prior to renewal.
• You may only select the “Renew” option in NIPR if you are renewing on or before your license expiration date.
• If you attempt to renew after your expiration date, the renewal option will no longer be available in NIPR.

Step 2: Renew Through NIPR

If renewing on or before your expiration date, submit your renewal application and payment through National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR)

If Your License Has Expired

• If you miss your expiration date, you cannot submit a late renewal.
• Instead, you must apply for Reinstatement by submitting a new application through NIPR as if applying for a new license.

Refer to the How to Reinstate a License section for additional requirements and instructions.

Non-Residents

To renew a Connecticut Non-Resident MVPD Appraiser license:

• You must hold an active Appraiser license in any state.
• No Connecticut Continuing Education is required.
• Renew through NIPR prior to your expiration date.

If the license expires, you must follow the How to Reinstate a License process and apply as a new applicant through National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR)

Payment Methods

NIPR accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, PayPal, and electronic checks. The Department does not accept cash or paper checks.

Keep Your Contact Information Current

You are responsible for maintaining your email and address in NIPR. Failure to receive a renewal notice does not excuse renewal requirements. Allow 1–2 business days for updates. You cannot update information once a renewal transaction begins.

Not Applicable

Reinstatements are completed through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).

Residents and Non-Residents Claiming CT DHS

Within Two Years of Expiration

Submit your reinstatement application through National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).

After Two Years of Expiration

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).

Non-Residents

Submit your reinstatement application through National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).

Please be reminded that it is your responsibility to keep your contact information current. Failure to receive renewal notices or other important correspondence due to outdated contact information does not excuse you from meeting renewal deadlines or other regulatory requirements. Ensure that your address, phone number, and email are up-to-date to avoid any disruptions in your licensing status.

Update your License Information

No pre-licensing required.

None

Connecticut does not require CE for Appraisers.

Adjuster and Appraiser FAQs

This license type does not require fingerprints.