LicenseCompass

INSURANCE ADJUSTER License in Texas

Quick Answer

Texas licenses general adjusters, workers' comp adjusters, and public adjusters through the Department of Insurance, requiring a state or third-party exam and CE for renewal.

Exam
Texas Insurance Adjuster Exam
Timeline
1-3 months
Background Check
Required
Renewal
Every Every 2 years

Requirements

INSURANCE ADJUSTER license in Texas

silver
Education
No educational requirements
Exam
Choice of state or third-party exam
Background Check
Specific type of conviction prohibited
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
N/A - Not displayed

Licensing Agency

Texas Department of Insurance~Agent and Adjuster Licensing

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed INSURANCE ADJUSTER in Texas.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    No educational requirements

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    Specific type of conviction prohibited

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Choice of state or third-party exam — Texas Insurance Adjuster Exam

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing typically takes 1-3 months.

INSURANCE ADJUSTER Licensing in Texas: What to Know

Texas licenses several types of insurance adjusters through the Texas Department of Insurance, Agent and Adjuster Licensing Division. The general adjuster license covers anyone who investigates or adjusts losses on behalf of insurers, self-insured entities, or adjustment bureaus. Texas also separately licenses Workers' Compensation adjusters and public insurance adjusters (PIAJs) who act on behalf of insureds. A state or third-party exam is required but no educational prerequisites or experience are mandated. Continuing education is required for renewal. Texas has specific type of conviction prohibitions. The state is a major catastrophe adjuster market due to hurricane, hail, and tornado exposure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get a INSURANCE ADJUSTER license in Texas?
The process typically takes 1-3 months, depending on education completion and exam scheduling.
What exam do I need for a INSURANCE ADJUSTER license in Texas?
You need to pass the Texas Insurance Adjuster Exam. Choice of state or third-party exam

Considering another state?

Compare INSURANCE ADJUSTER requirements across states.

View all states →

Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 15, 2026.