Texas Surplus Lines Association
phone:512.343.9058
email:
jptsla@tsla.org
address:
Great Hills Corporate Center
9020-I Capital of TX Hwy N., Suite 370
Austin, TX 78759
Membership Levels
Voting MemberProvisional Member
Affiliate Member
Associate Member
TSLA Membership Information.
Which membership type fits your firm?
Please read the different membership levels in TSLA and then select the one that fits your firm. Voting Member
Qualifications
- TDI Licensed Surplus Lines agency, or non-resident licensed Surplus Lines agent who has an office in Texas.
- The firm must have been in business for two (2) years.
- The firm must have at least $2 million in annual premium volume.
- The firm must be principally engaged in the placement of business from unaffiliated agents.
- The firm must have two (2) current Voting members sponsor their membership.
Provisional Member
Qualifications
- If your firm does not meet the two (2) year requirement for Voting or the $2 million in premium volume, then your firm would complete the Voting membership application but be approved for Provisional membership until those qualifications are met by your firm.
Affiliate Member
Qualifications
- Any company approved to do business in the State of Texas as a Surplus Lines insurance carrier or
- Any admitted company that works with Surplus Lines agents to distribute their insurance policies or
- Any MGU agent appropriately authorized to do business in the State of Texas
- Must have one (1) Voting member provide a sponsorship letter.
Associate Member
Qualifications
- Any firm licensed a non-resident Surplus Lines agent without an office located in Texas.
- Any firm that has a direct interest in the Surplus Lines industry or would contribute expertise to those engaged in the Surplus Lines industry.
- Must have one (1) Voting member provide a sponsorship letter.
Any firm joining TSLA must pledge to abide by the Association's Ethical Business Conduct.