Application

Quarterly Listing of Alien Insurers Approval Process

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Insurer Reviews Eligibility Requirements

Step 1: Insurer Reviews Eligibility Requirements

Before applying, ensure you meet the core requirements: Non-U.S. insurer status, $50 million equity, comprehensive business plan, and high-quality asset portfolio. Eligibility requirements can be found in the Plan of Operation.

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NAIC Staff Completes Review of Application

Step 2: NAIC Staff Completes Review of Application

The IID is comprised of experienced financial analysts that review applications and renewal filing documents, prepare written analyses, and provide support to NAIC surplus lines committees and working groups.

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NAIC Internal Committee Reviews Application

Step 3: NAIC Internal Committee Reviews Application

The Internal Review Committee consists of NAIC directors, managers, attorneys, and analysts. The Internal Committee reviews IID analyses and provides a report of recommendation to the Working Group.

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Surplus Lines (C) Working Group Reviews Application

Step 4: Surplus Lines (C) Working Group Reviews Application

The Working Group provides oversight to the IID and reports to the Surplus Lines (C) Task Force under the Property & Casualty Insurance (C) Committee. Comprised of state regulators experienced in financial analysis and surplus lines regulation, it provides guidance on applications, renewals, and regulatory policy with respect to insurers on the Quarterly Listing.

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Approval of Application is Considered

Step 5: Approval of Application is Considered

The Surplus Lines (C) Working Group will vote on inclusion of each application to the Quarterly Listing of Alien Insurers during their quarterly meetings.

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