Candidates who hold an authorization equivalent to an AMF-issued representative's certificate in the sector or a sector class of insurance of persons or group insurance of persons (life and health insurance) from another province or territory of Canada must complete the steps below before applying for a representative’s certificate.
The system of reference below lists the titles, equivalent AMF-issued certificates and specific requirements for obtaining a certificate in Québec by authorization issued by another province or territory of Canada.
Read the page Professional recognition to Practise in Québec providing answers to questions common to all sectors.
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The purpose of the Life Licence Qualification Program (LLQP) is to provide compulsory training to all Canadian brokers in insurance of persons and group insurance of persons (life and health insurance).
If you hold an authorization to practise from another province or territory of Canada in any of or a class of any of the above sectors, you must meet the following two specific requirements:
- Successfully complete the Ethics and Professional Practice (Civil Code) training module under the LLQP; and
- Pass AMF examination 01-111: Develop an ethical professional practice, in compliance with the rules governing the insurance of persons sector (pdf - 130 KB)
This link will open in a new windowUpdated on September 7, 2018Life Licence Qualification Program (LLQP)
This examination is offered in the province or territory where you reside. Contact the regulator of that province or territory to find out how to register for it.
Submit an Application for professional recognition (Canada) (pdf - 724 KB)This link will open in a new windowUpdated on July 14, 2026Application for professional recognition (Canada) in AMF E-ServicesTo apply from the AMF E-Services home page, select “Other” from the main menu, followed by “Other application/request”, then “Other application/request – Qualification”. Refer to the application form for other ways to way to apply., attaching the following documents:
- The document issued by the regulator of another province or territory of Canada or its authorized agent evidencing that you have passed examination 01-111. The examination must still be valid when you apply for recognition.
- Your authorization to practise issued by the regulator of another province or territory of Canada.
See the system of reference below to verify that your authorization is equivalent to an AMF-issued certificate. Only equivalent authorizations will be recognized.
Once your application for recognition has been reviewed, the AMF will send you a communication informing you whether it has been allowed or denied and outlining any next steps.
If you surrendered or did not renew your authorization to practise in another province or territory of Canada and you wish to practise in Québec, you must do the following within three years following such surrender or non-renewal of the certificate:
- Successfully complete the Ethics and Professional Practice (Civil Code) training module;
- Pass AMF examination 01-111: Develop an ethical professional practice, in compliance with the rules governing the insurance of persons sector (pdf - 130 KB)This link will open in a new windowUpdated on September 7, 2018Life Licence Qualification Program (LLQP);
- Successfully complete a probationary period; and
- Apply for a representative's certificate.
If this is your situation, apply by completing the above steps.
End of the warningSystem of reference
The system of reference below lists the titles, equivalent AMF-issued certificates and specific requirements for obtaining a certificate in Québec by authorization issued by another province or territory of Canada.
Important! Your authorization to practise is not equivalent to an AMF-issued certificate if it is restricted or subject to a supervision condition. You must meet the same qualification requirements as Québec candidates.
If your authorization to practise issued elsewhere in Canada is not listed in our system of reference, submit it to us through an Application for professional recognition form (Canada) (pdf - 724 KB)This link will open in a new windowUpdated on July 14, 2026Application for professional recognition (Canada).
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Life Insurance Agent’s certificate of authority | Insurance of persons representative (1a) Group insurance of persons representative (2a) | |
| Accident and sickness insurance agent’s certificate of authority | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Life Insurance Agent Licence | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Accident & sickness Agent's Licence | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) | |
| Sole proprietor Life Insurance Agent Licence | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Life Agent | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Accident & sickness Agent | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Life Agent (including accident & sickness) | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Accident & Sickness Insurance Agent | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Life (Including Accident & Sickness) Insurance Representative Licence | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Life (Including Accident & Sickness) Insurance Representative Level III Licence | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Accident & Sickness Insurance Representative Licence | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance Agent’s Licence Life; Accident; Sickness | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Insurance Agent’s Licence Life | Insurance of persons (1a) | |
| Insurance Agent’s Licence Accident; Sickness | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| INSURANCE AGENT to sell: Life, Accident & Sickness | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Life Insurance Agent | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Accident & Sickness Insurance Agent | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Life Agent | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Accident & Sickness Insurance Agent | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Life and Accident & Sickness Insurance Agent Licence (Certificate of Authority) | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Accident & Sickness Insurance Agent Licence (Certificate of Authority) | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Life (Including Accident & Sickness) Insurance Representative Licence | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Accident & Sickness Insurance Representative Licence | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) | |
| Life (Including Accident & Sickness) Insurer Representative Licence | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Accident & Sickness Insurer Representative Licence | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |
| Title of authorizations issued elsewhere in Canada | Equivalent AMF-issued certificate | Specific requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance Agent Licence To sell the following class(es): Life, Accident & Sickness | Insurance of persons (1a) Group insurance of persons (2a) | |
| Insurance Agent Licence To sell the following class(es): Accident & Sickness | Accident and sickness insurance representative (1b) |