Agent license lookup new york

In New York State, you can look up an insurance agent's license through the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) website. Here's how:

1. Visit the DFS website: www.dfs.ny.gov
2. Click on "License Search" at the top of the page.
3. Select "Insurance Agent" from the drop-down menu.
4. Enter the agent's name, license number, or company name in the search fields.
5. Click "Search" to retrieve the agent's license information.

You can also search for an agent's license by:

• Using the DFS's online license search tool: www.dfs.ny.gov/consumers/insurance_agent_search
• Contacting the DFS directly: (518) 474-6600 or [email protected]

The license information you can expect to find includes:

• Agent's name and address
• License number and expiration date
• Type of insurance license (e.g., property, casualty, life, health)
• Company name and address
• Any disciplinary actions taken against the agent

Please note that the DFS website may not always be up-to-date, and it's always a good idea to verify the information with the agent or their company directly.