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Alabama
Qualifications
Any person otherwise qualified to adjust claims who is not already registered as an independent adjuster in Alabama.
Application Specifics
Insurer must submit registration for each individual who will act as an emergency adjuster in Alabama.
Information Required
Name of individual
SSN of individual
Name of insurer the adjuster will represent
Effective date of contract between insurer and adjuster
Catastrophe or loss control number
Catastrophe event name
Any other info deemed necessary by the commissioner
Time to Register
Within 5 days of deployment
Fee
$60
Valid for
No longer than 90 days unless extended by commissioner
Statute
Code of Ala. §27-9A-5
Link to Dept. Website
https://aldoi.gov/Licensing/EmergencyAdjusterInfo.aspx
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
Independent adjuster license not required for nonresident independent adjusters not licensed in Alaska who are licensed by and in good standing in their home state.
Application Specifics
Form 08-22 must be submitted.
Information Required
Individual and firm name
Business mailing address
Business physical address and phone number
Nonresident's licensing home state
Nonresident's resident state license number
Other facts as required by director
Time to Register
Within 10 days after starting an investigation or adjustment
Fee
$0
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
Alaska Stat. §21.27.860
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/ins/Producers/LicensesWithSpecialRequirements.aspx
Qualifications
A Wyoming adjuster license is not required of a nonresident adjuster brought into Wyoming on behalf of an admitted insurer to investigate or adjust claims due to a loss that is unusual, uncommon, or of a unique nature requiring special expertise or knowledge not readily available among adjusters licensed in Wyoming, or for the adjustment of a series of losses resulting from a catastrophe common to those losses.
Application Specifics
Notice to commissioner must be submitted by sponsoring insurer.
Information Required
1. The insurer's name and NAIC number.
2. Date for which authorization is requested.
3. The following information for each emergency adjuster: (a) First and last name and birth date; (b) Adjuster's National Producer Number, home state, and home state license number; and (c) Adjuster's mobile phone number and business email address.
Time to Register
Before sending the emergency adjuster into the field
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
90 days. Must have Wyoming adjuster license after 90 days.
Statute
Wyo. Stat. §26-9-219
Link to Dept. Website
https://doi.wyo.gov/licensing/CAT-adjusters
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
Any company or independent adjuster qualified to adjust claims who does not have an adjuster license in West Virginia.
Application Specifics
Insurer must notify commissioner with an application for temporary emergency authority for each individual who will act as an emergency company or emergency independent adjuster on the insurer's behalf. Applications are available on the department website.
Information Required
Individual's name and address.
National producer number, if the individual has one.
Name of the insurer to be represented by the company/independent adjuster.
Effective date of the contract between the insurer and the company/independent adjuster.
Insurance emergency or loss control number.
Insurance emergency event name.
Any other information deemed necessary by the commissioner.
Time to Register
Within 5 days of the declared insurance emergency
Fee
$25
Valid for
90 days unless extended by the commissioner
Statute
W. Va. Code §§33-12B-4, 33-12B-8
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.wvinsurance.gov/Divisions_Licensing
Qualifications
Nonresident independent adjusters.
Nonresident crop adjusters who are licensed as a crop adjuster in another state, certified by the Risk Management Agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, or salaried employees of an insurer or managing general agent who is certified by a crop adjuster proficiency program approved by the Risk Management Agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Application Specifics
Form must be completed after declaration of emergency by governor. If nonresident is registering as an emergency adjuster AND representing an adjusting firm or agency, the firm or agency must also file a registration form.
Information Required
Nonresident independent adjuster's name.
Nonresident independent adjuster's contact information.
Nonresident independent adjuster's home state and license number.
Single loss or specific proclamation from the governor detailing the emergency.
The insurers the nonresident independent adjuster will be representing.
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
180 days unless extended by the commissioner. Extension requires re-registration.
Statute
Rev. Code Wash. §48.17.420
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.insurance.wa.gov/adjuster-license-individual-non-resident
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
No adjuster, public adjuster, or appraiser license is required of an adjuster, public adjuster, or appraiser sent into Vermont on behalf of an admitted insurer in order to investigate or adjust particularly unusual or extraordinary losses resulting from a catastrophe common to all such losses. No such license is required of a marine-average adjuster. Crop adjuster may also apply for a catastrophe permit.
Application Specifics
Catastrophe must have been declared by commissioner. Insurers using catastrophe adjusters/appraisers must notify the department and send the required information for all individuals adjusting/appraising catastrophe-related losses via email to dfr.producerlicensing@vermont.gov.
Information Required
Name.
Addresses.
License information.
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
8 V.S.A. §4803
Link to Dept. Website
https://dfr.vermont.gov/industry/insurance/producer-and-individual-licensing/apply-and-renew-your-license/crop-adjuster
https://dfr.vermont.gov/industry/insurance/producer-and-individual-licensing/apply-and-renew-your-license/pc-adjuster
Qualifications
Resident and nonresident independent adjusters.
Application Specifics
Insurer must contract with an independent adjuster.
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Within 1 week of beginning claims adjustment
Fee
Same as other licensed adjusters, unless waived
Valid for
90 days, unless extended by commissioner for an additional 90 days
Statute
Utah Code Ann. §31A-26-212
Link to Dept. Website
https://insurance.utah.gov/adjuster
Qualifications
Nonresidents licensed in another state. Texas insurance professionals without an adjuster license.
Application Specifics
Online application through Sircon is required. Fee must be paid within 30 days of license issuance. Applicants must be sponsored by either an individual or entity with an active, Texas adjuster license, or an insurance company licensed in Texas and in good standing.
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Within 5 days of beginning work
Fee
$20
Valid for
90 days
Statute
Tex. Ins. Code §4101.101
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.tdi.texas.gov/agent/adjuster-emergency-apply.html
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters or motor vehicle damage appraisers without a South Carolina license.
Application Specifics
Emergency permits must be obtained by insurers. Individuals and business entities not licensed in South Carolina may not directly obtain an emergency permit. Resident and nonresidents with a South Carolina license must select the Licensed Adjuster Reentry Permit option in their online services account.
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
120 days unless otherwise extended
Statute
S.C. Code Regs. 69-1
Link to Dept. Website
https://doi.sc.gov/357/Emergency-Adjuster
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters or motor vehicle damage appraisers licensed in another state or who regularly adjust/appraise claims in another state where a license is not required and work for an insurer licensed in Rhode Island.
Application Specifics
Catastrophic disaster must be declared by the U.S. president, or the governor or insurance commissioner of Rhode Island. Employer or insurer must notify the commissioner, in writing or electronically, promptly after the emergency adjuster/appraiser begins work.
Public adjusters are not eligible for an emergency adjuster license.
Information Required
Name of the individual.
Individual's social security number.
Name of the insurer the company or independent adjuster will represent.
Effective date of the contract between the insurer and company/independent adjuster.
Catastrophe or loss control number.
Catastrophe event name.
Other information deemed necessary by the department.
Time to Register
Within 5 days of deployment
Fee
NIPR Transaction fee only
Valid for
120 days unless extended by the commissioner
Statute
R.I. Gen. Laws §§27-10-8, 27-10.1-11; 230 RICR 020-50-4
Link to Dept. Website
https://dbr.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur696/files/documents/news/insurance/InsuranceBulletin2005-14%28current%29.pdf
Qualifications
Residents and nonresidents with a motor vehicle physical damage appraiser license in another state. If the applicant's home state does not require a MVPDA license, or the applicant does not have a license, applicant must have minimum 3 years experience as a MVPDA adjuster/appraiser.
Application Specifics
Must be sponsored by an insurer and registered with the department. Sponsoring company must complete Catastrophe MVPDA Registration spreadsheet and email it to ra-incat-appraiser@pa.gov. Actively licensed motor vehicle damage appraisers, both resident and nonresident, do not need additional approval to adjust catastrophe claims.
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Within 5 days of beginning appraisal activities
Fee
None
Valid for
90 days, unless otherwise extended by commissioner
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.insurance.pa.gov/Licensees/Pages/Vehicle-Catastrophe-Appraiser-Program.aspx
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters licensed in another state.
Application Specifics
Temporary Adjuster Permit Application available at https://dfr.oregon.gov/business/licensing/insurance/Pages/fees-and-forms.aspx
Information Required
Applicant's name and address.
State where the applicant is licensed as an adjuster.
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
90 days, unless extended by the commissioner
Statute
ORS §744.555
Link to Dept. Website
https://dfr.oregon.gov/business/licensing/insurance/license-types/Pages/adjusters.aspx
Qualifications
Residents and nonresidents, adjuster license not required to apply for emergency authority.
Application Specifics
Online application required using forms on department website; paper applications must be preapproved or they will be rejected. Must submit a sponsorship form completed by an Oklahoma resident adjuster.
Information Required
Catastrophe number and date.
Sponsoring adjuster's full legal name.
Sponsor's Oklahoma license number.
Time to Register
Within 5 days of beginning work
Fee
$15 per declaration
Valid for
90 days, unless extended by commissioner for additional 90 days
Statute
36 Okl. St. §6218
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.oid.ok.gov/licensing-and-education/emergency-adjuster-license/
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters and motor vehicle damage appraisers licensed in another state.
Catastrophe adjusters may only work on behalf of an insurer authorized to do business in North Carolina, including non-admitted carriers on the department's list of approved surplus lines insurers.
Application Specifics
All emergency adjusters must complete the Catastrophe Adjuster Certification Course; course includes 2 hours of CE credit for North Carolina.
Insurers must submit a list of emergency adjusters using the required spreadsheet and email it to CATAdjusterRequest@ncdoi.com. Separate lists are required for each carrier or group. Adjusters aren't accepted until the department responds to an insurer's submission.
Information Required
Name of the storm the adjusters will be working.
List of authorized companies the adjuster will represent.
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
N.C. Gen. Stat. §58-33-70(e, f)
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.ncdoi.gov/licensees/agent-and-adjuster-licensing/become-insurance-agent-or-adjuster/nc-catastrophe-adjuster-certification
Qualifications
Residents and nonresidents qualified by experience and training to adjust insurance claims.
Application Specifics
Application must be submitted by sponsoring insurer on adjuster's behalf. If an emergency adjuster will be adjusting claims for multiple insurers, each insurer must submit a separate application for the adjuster.
Application must be submitted online through NY LINX.
Information Required
Name and birth date of officers or managing general agents authorized to request temporary adjuster permits on behalf of insurers.
Name and NAIC numbers of all insurers for which the officer/MGA is authorize to submit temporary permit applications.
Estimated number of claims received at the time of the request.
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
None
Valid for
120 days
Statute
NY CLS Ins §2108(n)
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.dfs.ny.gov/apps_and_licensing/agents_and_brokers/temp_ind_adjuster_permit
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters licensed in good standing in another state.
Application Specifics
Insurer or public adjuster must submit a request to employ emergency adjusters to the commissioner. Request deemed approved if not disapproved within 3 days of submission.
Information Required
The insurer or public adjuster requesting help of emergency adjusters must submit the following information:
The nature of the emergency and the affected region of New Mexico.
A list of the nonresident adjusters the insurer will use, including all of the following information for each nonresident adjuster: (a) Name; (b) Home address; (c) Last four digits of the social security number; (d) National producer number; (e) Home state where the nonresident is licensed; (f) Effective date of the contract between the insurer and the nonresident adjuster.
The name, contact information, national producer number, and New Mexico license number for the individual designated to be responsible for the conduct of the emergency adjusters.
Any other information required by the superintendent.
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
90 days unless extended by the commissioner
Statute
N.M. Stat. Ann. §59A-13-6; NMAC 13.4.8.18
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.osi.state.nm.us/pages/bureaus/producers/license-information/individual
Qualifications
Must be sponsored by and work directly under the supervision of a licensed public adjuster.
Application Specifics
Insurer must submit information about the temporary sublicensee's competency to the commissioner.
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
$150
Valid for
90 days. May be extended upon a second fee payment.
Statute
N.J. Stat. §17:22B-11
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.nj.gov/dobi/inslic.htm
Qualifications
Adjusters licensed in another state or who have 6 months of adjusting experience.
Application Specifics
Must apply online via NIPR. License fee must be submitted before application.
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
$75
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§402-B:11, 400-A:29
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.insurance.nh.gov/producersadjusters/adjusters-licenses
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters licensed in another state.
Application Specifics
Online application via Sircon or NIPR is required. Must keep a copy of the license on their person at all times while acting in Nevada.
Information Required
The name of the individual.
The individual's social security number.
Name of the insurer the individual will represent.
Effective date of the contract between the insurer and the individual.
Catastrophe or loss control number.
Name of the catastrophe.
Any other information deemed necessary by the commissioner.
Time to Register
Within 5 days of deployment
Fee
$185
Valid for
90 days unless extended by the commissioner
Statute
Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. §684A.060
Link to Dept. Website
https://doi.nv.gov/Licensing/License_Types/Adjuster/Catastrophe_(Emergency)/
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters sent to Montana by and on behalf of an insurer for the adjustment of a series of losses resulting from a catastrophe common to all losses.
Application Specifics
Not addressed
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
MCA 33-17-301(5)
Link to Dept. Website
https://csimt.gov/insurance/licensing/
Qualifications
At the time of any emergency, catastrophe, or other life- or property-threatening event which jeopardizes the ability of an insurer to address the financial needs of its insureds or the public, no political subdivision shall impose restrictions or enforce local licensing or registration ordinances with respect to an insurer’s claims handling operations.
Application Specifics
Not addressed
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
R.S. Mo. §44.114
Link to Dept. Website
https://insurance.mo.gov/index.php
Qualifications
Residents and nonresidents who may or may not be otherwise licensed as an adjuster.These licenses will only be issued in the event of a catastrophe or emergency which arises out of a disaster, Act of God, riot, civil commotion, conflagration or other similar occurrence.
Application Specifics
Applicants must be certified by a Mississippi-licensed independent adjuster.
Information Required
Emergency independent adjuster application must be submitted.
Time to Register
Within 5 days of the applicant beginning work
Fee
$50
Valid for
180 days
Statute
Miss. Code. Ann. §83-17-409
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.mid.ms.gov/licensing/pdf/instructions/emeindadjinstructions.pdf
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters licensed in another stat.
Application Specifics
Applicants must submit the Catastrophe Adjuster Registration application online via Sircon.
Insurers must register each independent adjuster not licensed in Minnesota who will work as an emergency adjuster on the insurer's behalf.
Information Required
Name of the individual.
Individual's Social Security Number.
Name of the insurer to be represented by the adjuster.
Effective date of the contract between the insurer and the adjuster.
Catastrophe loss control number.
Name of catastrophe.
Other information deemed necessary by the commissioner.
*Application must be completed online through Sircon.
Time to Register
Within 5 days of deployment
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
180 days, unless extended for an additional 180 days
Statute
Minn. Stat. §72B.06
Link to Dept. Website
https://mn.gov/commerce/licensing/list/insurance/adjusters.jsp#2
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters licensed in another state.
Application Specifics
Applicants should contact insurance licensing section at DIFS-Licensing@Michigan.gov to validate the emergency and receive special instructions for licensure.
Information Required
Must submit online Electronic Licensing Application.
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.michigan.gov/difs/industry/licensing-ins/adjuster/related/adjuster-emergency-catastrophe-licensing
https://nipr.com/
Qualifications
Property adjusters licensed in other states, or regularly adjust property claims in their home state if the home state doesn't require an adjuster license
Application Specifics
Applicants must be employed by a non-public adjuster entity or an insurer licensed in Massachusetts. May only perform work for the sponsoring insurer.
Additional requirements may be posted upon the declaration of a disaster.
Statute
DOI Bulletin 2016-11
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.mass.gov/doc/bulletin-2016-11-emergency-procedures-for-insurers-adjusters-of-property-insurance-claims/download
Qualifications
All insurers are responsible for the actions of independent adjusters, CAT Adjusters and other vendors they retain or employ to handle any portion of their policyholders’ claims in the same manner they are responsible for adjusters that directly work for the insurance company.
Application Specifics
No specific CAT adjuster requirements.
Link to Dept. Website
https://insurance.maryland.gov/Insurer/Documents/bulletins/21-20-utilization-of-independent-adjusters-and-out-of-state-company-adjusters.pdf
Qualifications
An adjuster license is not required for an adjuster sent into this State on behalf of an authorized insurer or fraternal benefit society for the investigation or adjustment of a particularly unusual or extraordinary loss or of a series of losses resulting from a catastrophe common to all such losses.
Statute
24-A M.R.S. §1475
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.maine.gov/pfr/insurance/frequently-asked-questions/adjusters
Qualifications
Individuals employed or retained by an insurer and brought into Louisiana for the purpose of investigating or adjusting losses resulting from a catastrophe or emergency.
Application Specifics
Catastrophe adjuster registration must be completed by the sponsoring insurer or their designee. Registration must be filed online using ""Catastrophe Adjuster Registration"" module in department's Industry Access System.
Individuals with an active adjuster or public adjuster license in Louisiana cannot be registered as catastrophe adjusters. Louisiana residents may not be registered as catastrophe adjusters.
Information Required
The specific catastrophe for which the registration is active.
Full name of the individual catastrophe adjuster.
Social Security Number or National Producer Number of the catastrophe adjuster.
Name, mailing address, email address, and phone number of the individual with the insurer who is responsible for registering catastrophe adjusters.
Any additional information deemed necessary by the commissioner.
Time to Register
Within 10 days
Fee
$25
Valid for
180 days, unless extended by commissioner for additional 90 days
Statute
La. Rev. Stat. §§22:1667, 22:821; LAC 37:XIII.16311
Link to Dept. Website
https://ldi.la.gov/industry/producer-adjuster/emergency-adjuster-registrations
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters licensed in another state.
Application Specifics
Apply using Form 8307, https://insurance.ky.gov/ppc/new_docs.aspx?cat=188
Information Required
Name of individual.
Individual's Social Security Number.
Name of the insurer to be represented.
Catastrophe or loss control number.
Catastrophe event name and date.
Any other information deemed necessary by the commissioner.
Time to Register
Within 5 days of deployment
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
90 days, unless extended by the commissioner
Statute
KRS §304.9-430(10)
Link to Dept. Website
https://insurance.ky.gov/ppc/new_docs.aspx?cat=188
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters licensed in another state.
Application Specifics
License applications must be submitted by sponsoring insurer. Apply using CATLOSS Form #0711, https://www.in.gov/idoi/files/Catlossform0711.pdf.
Person holding an emergency adjuster license may adjust claims arising from any other catastrophe that occurs within the 90 days the license is effective without the insurer applying for another emergency adjuster license.
Information Required
Name of the individual.
Name and mailing address of the insurer.
Effective date of the contract between the insurer and the individual.
Catastrophe or loss number.
Catastrophe event name.
Other information deemed necessary by commissioner.
Time to Register
Within 5 days of beginning work
Fee
$20 per license
Valid for
90 days unless extended by commissioner
Statute
Ind. Code Ann. §27-1-28-11
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.in.gov/idoi/adjusters/temporary-emergency-independent-adjuster-license/
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
Nonresident adjusters
Application Specifics
Not addressed
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
Idaho Code §41-1107
Link to Dept. Website
https://doi.idaho.gov/industry/licensing-services/license-types/
Qualifications
Licensed nonresident adjusters
Application Specifics
Nonresidents must be registered with commissioner. Insurance company, independent adjusting company, or producer should use and submit the "Form for EIA," available at https://cca.hawaii.gov/ins/producers/forms/.
Applications may be submitted via mail, email, fax, or in person.
Information Required
Name of the nonresident adjuster.
Nonresident's Hawaii mailing and business addresses and phone numbers.
Nonresident's permanent home and business addresses and phone numbers.
*Nonresidents must submit a certified copy of their home state license.
Time to Register
Within 3 working days of beginning emergency adjuster work
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
120 days from date of registration
Statute
HRS § 431:9-201
Link to Dept. Website
https://cca.hawaii.gov/ins/frequently-asked-questions-regarding-nonresident-emergency-independent-adjuster-eia-registration/
Qualifications
Non-licensed, salaried staff adjusters in Georgia or nonresident adjusters licensed in another state.
Application Specifics
GEMA (Georgia Emergency Management Authority) -declared disaster: Permits issued to insurers for disaster entry. Filing must include information about company's adjuster coordinator.
Non-GEMA-declared disaster: Nonresident adjusters may enter Georgia to adjust disaster-related claims. If staying longer than 60 days, an adjuster license application is required.
Information Required
GEMA-declared: Must include Adjuster Coordinator's
Name.
Address.
Email.
Phone number
Non-GEMA-declared:
Adjuster's name.
Adjuster's address.
Date of anticipated entry.
Any other information deemed relevant by the commissioner.
Time to Register
Immediately upon beginning emergency adjustments
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
60 days
Statute
O.C.G.A. §33-23-29
Link to Dept. Website
https://oci.georgia.gov/agents-agency-licensing/staff-adjusters-and-emergency-disaster-adjusters
https://gims.oci.ga.gov/s/
Qualifications
Resident and nonresident individuals certified to act as a qualified adjuster by an authorized insurer; only issued to individuals.
Application Specifics
Only Florida-licensed insurance companies and independent adjusting firms can submit applications for Emergency Adjuster licenses. Application and fee must be submitted online though the appointing entity's MyProfile account. Public adjusting firms and individuals cannot apply for an emergency adjuster license.
Information Required
Applicant's SSN.
Applicant's date of birth.
Home, business, and mailing addresses.
Email addresses.
Home and business phone numbers.
Time to Register
Before beginning work as an emergency adjuster
Fee
$10
Valid for
6 months, but may be extended for an additional six months.
Statute
Fla. Stat. Ann. §§626.874, 624.501; FAC 69B-220.001
Link to Dept. Website
https://myfloridacfo.com/docs-sf/insurance-agents-and-agency-services-libraries/agents-docs/licensure/agents-adjusters/0-70-emergency-adjuster-license.pdf?sfvrsn=b76f1536_17
Qualifications
XXXX
Application Specifics
XXXX
Information Required
XXXX
Time to Register
XXXX
Fee
XXXX
Valid for
XXXX
Statute
XXXX
Link to Dept. Website
XXXX
Qualifications
Adjusters and appraisers sent into Delaware on behalf of an insurer.
Application Specifics
A letter from the insurance carrier must be faxed to 302-736-7906 or emailed to licensing@delaware.gov indicating that an application has been submitted online at www.nipr.com for an Emergency CAT Adjuster or Appraiser license.
Information Required
The letter must indicate the:
name,
phone number,
and email address of the company official who is responsible for the Emergency CAT Adjuster or Appraiser for the duration of the license.
Time to Register
Within 10 calendar days of beginning work
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
60 days unless extended by commissioner
Statute
18 Del. C. §1707
Link to Dept. Website
https://insurance.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2022/05/CatastrophicNotice.pdf
Qualifications
Adjusters licensed in their home state or those who have worked as an adjuster for at least 2 years. Must be registered with the state.
Application Specifics
Commissioner must declare the storm qualifies for the catastrophe licensing program. Authorized representative of insurer must register an emergency adjuster to act on the company's behalf in Connecticut. Public adjusters who are not licensed in Connecticut may not obtain a catastrophe license. Insurer must issue a photo ID to each emergency adjuster, which must be worn at all times while adjusting claims. Additional approval is not required for resident and nonresident adjusters and appraisers who are licensed in Connecticut.
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
$0
Valid for
120 days per registration
Statute
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 38a-792
Link to Dept. Website
https://portal.ct.gov/cid/searchable-archive/licensing-producers/catastrophe-adjuster?language=en_US
https://portal.ct.gov/cid/knowledge-base/articles/catastrophe-licensing-program?language=en_US
Qualifications
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Application Specifics
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Information Required
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Time to Register
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Fee
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Valid for
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Statute
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Link to Dept. Website
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Qualifications
Independent adjusters and adjusters without a California license. Must be under active direction, control, charge, or management of a licensed adjuster, qualified manager, or insurer authorized to do business in California.
Application Specifics
Disaster will be declared by commissioner. Registration of emergency adjusters must be completed by the insurer. Must be under the active direction, control, charge, or management of a licensed adjuster, qualified manager, or insurer authorized to do business in California.
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Within 15 calendar days of beginning work
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
180 days unless extended by commissioner
Statute
Cal Ins Code §14022.5, 14029(a)
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.insurance.ca.gov/0200-industry/0050-renew-license/0200-requirements/insurance-adjuster.cfm
Qualifications
Adjusters sent to Arkansas on behalf of an insurer.
Application Specifics
Must register with the department.
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
A.C.A. §23-64-209
Link to Dept. Website
https://insurance.arkansas.gov/industry-regulation/licensing/
Qualifications
Adjusters licensed in their home state sent into Arizona.
Application Specifics
Not addressed
Information Required
Not addressed
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
A.R.S. §20-321.01
Link to Dept. Website
https://difi.az.gov/insurance
Qualifications
Any person qualified to adjust losses arising from a general catastrophe.
Application Specifics
Must present an application for a special adjuster permit in the form prescribed by the commissioner.
Information Required
Emergency public adjuster must file a bond in an amount determined by the commissioner. May file a professional liability policy in an amount greater than or equal to the amount of the bond in an amount acceptable to the commissioner.
Time to Register
Not addressed
Fee
Not addressed
Valid for
Not addressed
Statute
26 L.P.R.A. §§952, 952a
Link to Dept. Website
https://www.ocs.pr.gov/
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