Florida Life & Health Insurance License Exam Guide (2026)
Florida’s 2-15 combined Life, Accident & Health license is the standard entry point for new agents — one credential covering both lines in a single exam. Exams are delivered by Pearson VUE under contract with the Florida Department of Financial Services.
At a glance
Verified against official sources as of 2026-09-02. Question formats and fees change — always confirm details in the current official candidate handbook (linked below) before scheduling.
Exam format, question counts and fees
| Exam | Scored | Unscored (pretest) | Time limit | Passing score | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Insurance (Life-Only) | 85 | 15 unscored | 120 min | 70% | $44 |
| Accident & Health | 85 | 15 unscored | 120 min | 70% | $44 |
| Life, Accident & Health (Combined) | 150 | 15 unscored | 165 min | 70% | $44 |
Unscored pretest questions are mixed in with scored questions and are not identified. Where a state reports a scaled score, the passing value is not a percentage of questions answered correctly.
What the official 2024 pass-rate data says
In 2024, the first-attempt pass rate for Florida insurance exams (all lines) was 57.0%.
Nationwide, the overall first-attempt pass rate for state insurance licensing exams was 59.4% in 2024 (all lines).
Pre-licensing education in Florida
Florida requires a state-approved pre-licensing course: 60 hours for the 2-15 combined Life/Health license (the standard path), or a 30-hour Life course and a 40-hour Health course if you take the lines separately (F.A.C. 69B-227.260). Course completion must fall within the window preceding your application. Most candidates bundle the course with a question bank — the course teaches concepts, but the exam rewards practice.
If you fail: retake rules
A failed candidate must wait 24 hours before scheduling a re-examination. Retakes are unlimited, and scores are provided on-screen at the test center immediately after completion.
Total cost to get licensed
- Exam fee: $44 per attempt (Pearson VUE)
- Pre-licensing course: 60h approved course (vendor-priced)
- License application and fingerprints: submitted through the DFS licensing portal
Outdated numbers to watch out for
Some prep sites say: “165 questions” vs “150 questions”
Both numbers circulate because they describe different things: the 2-15 exam has 150 scored questions plus 15 unscored pretest questions — 165 administered in 165 minutes. If a prep site quotes only one number without distinguishing scored from administered, treat its other figures with suspicion.
Every figure on this page is drawn from the current official candidate handbook, content outline or state statute, with sources listed at the bottom. If a prep site disagrees with the official document, the official document wins.
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The nationally reusable layer of the Florida exam — organized by official content domain.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the Florida life and health insurance exam?
Scored question counts by exam: Life Insurance (Life-Only) — 85 scored questions (plus 15 unscored); Accident & Health — 85 scored questions (plus 15 unscored); Life, Accident & Health (Combined) — 150 scored questions (plus 15 unscored). Unscored pretest questions may be mixed in and are not identified.
How long is the Florida insurance licensing exam?
Time limits by exam: Life Insurance (Life-Only) — 120 minutes; Accident & Health — 120 minutes; Life, Accident & Health (Combined) — 165 minutes.
What score do you need to pass the Florida exam?
Passing scores by exam: Life Insurance (Life-Only) — 70%; Accident & Health — 70%; Life, Accident & Health (Combined) — 70%. The figures come from the current official candidate handbook.
How much does the Florida insurance exam cost?
Current exam fees: Life Insurance (Life-Only) — $44; Accident & Health — $44; Life, Accident & Health (Combined) — $44. Fees are paid at registration and are generally non-refundable.
Does Florida require pre-licensing education for a life & health license?
Yes — 60h pre-licensing course required. See the pre-licensing education section above for the current statutory requirement.
What happens if I fail the Florida insurance exam?
A failed candidate must wait 24 hours before scheduling a re-examination. See the retake section above for the full policy.
The optional $49 Exam Engine (one-time) adds unlimited randomized practice, full exam simulations, timed quizzes and a wrong-answer book around the national core plus California state law — other states’ drills ship as their banks are built.
Official sources for this page
- https://www.pearsonvue.com/content/dam/VUE/vue/en/documents/publications/121000.pdf
- https://www.pearsonvue.com/content/dam/VUE/vue/en/documents/publications/121003.pdf
- https://www.myfloridacfo.com/docs-sf/insurance-agents-and-agency-services-libraries/agents-docs/licensure/agents-adjusters/2-15-resident-health-life-agent-license.pdf
This page is maintained by PassSprint. Data current as of 2026-09-02; report discrepancies to us and we will re-verify against the official document.
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