There are two components to handling an auto claim; appraising the damage to the vehicle and settling the claim itself. Appraisers play a key role in this process, since motor vehicle claims require specialized knowledge of auto repair that most adjusters simply don’t have. That’s where auto damage appraisers come in: these insurance professionals inspect vehicle damage, calculate the worth of the vehicle, and write an estimate for repair. Then the adjuster settles the claim based on the appraisal. Many states require adjusters to hold both licenses if they want to work on both parts of the claim — the appraisal and the settlement. Two states, Connecticut and South Carolina, require adjusters to hold both licenses to work on any part of an auto claim.

To obtain your Rhode Island Motor Vehicle Damage Appraiser License, complete the following steps:

1. Meet the basic Rhode Island Motor Vehicle Damage Appraiser Licensing Requirements

• • Be at least 18 years old
  • Obtain a Criminal Background Check
  • Operate independently of any repair shop or car dealership

2. While Rhode Island does not require a pre-licensing course, we recommend completing AdjusterPro’s Rhode Island Auto Appraiser Exam Prep Course to ensure passing the state exam

3. Register for and pass the Rhode Island State Exam

• • Register online with PearsonVue Rhode Island

4. Obtain a Criminal Background (B.C.I) Report from the Rhode Island Attorney General’s office. Details regarding the B.C.I. report are available on the RIAG website or by calling the office at 401-274-4400. Background reports are valid for 30 days and a copy must be sent to: dbr.inslic@dbr.ri.gov.

5. Submit an application through NIPR Rhode Island

6. Submit a RI Employment Affidavit. This is only required if the applicant is not currently employed with an insurance company. An affidavit that matches the current employment status needs to be completed, notarized, and attached to application.

7. Check to see if your license has been issued at SBS Rhode Island

Additional licensing details are available at Rhode Island DOI Licensing.

Rhode Island requires you to hold both an adjuster license and a motor vehicle damage appraiser license in order to handle both parts of an auto claim: the appraisal and the settlement. Click on the insurance adjuster tab above for more information.

• AdjusterPro Course Fee: $149
• Exam Fee: $80 at testing center or $50 for online exam
• Licensing Fee: $150
• Background Check Fee: $5
• Fingerprinting Fee: $15
• License Renewal Fee: $150

There is NO continuing education (CE) requirement for Rhode Island appraisers.

Renew your license through SBS Rhode Island.

Website: https://dbr.ri.gov/divisions/insurance/producersadjusters.php

Mailing Address:
Insurance Regulation Division
1511 Pontiac Ave
Cranston, RI 02920

Phone: 401-462-9520
Fax: 401-462-9602
Email: dbr.inslic@dbr.ri.gov

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