The Surplus Lines Information Portal (SLIP) is the web portal used by agents, direct procurement policyholders, and insurers to submit surplus lines policy data.
Access for agents, policyholders, and insurers to report policy and premium data
Security roles and user permissions that allow agents to create user accounts for staff and manage user access in the system
User-friendly web portal for the reporting, review, editing, and correcting of policy data; and XML Batch filing available for high-volume users
Agents and insurers provide contact and licensing information that is stored and validated
Users submit and edit policy data, including policy number and insured name, which is validated according to the state’s data requirements
Each line of coverage is configured to charge taxes, fees, or assessments in accordance with state laws
Each line of coverage is assigned a tax status, which indicates the taxes, fees, and assessments applicable to the specified coverage
Users can report multiple transactions including new business, renewals, additional premiums, return premiums, cancellations, and reinstatements
Edits to transaction data are tracked in the system to provide regulators with an audit trail
The system calculates tax liability for the agent based on the state’s laws and regulations for taxation of surplus lines premiums
Search for submitted policies to review, edit, or file additional transactions
Agents and insurers have access to detailed reports, including electronic affidavits, to verify submitted data and reconcile invoiced transactions
A communication channel within the secure web portal where states can provide agents and insurers with important information and documents
Agents and policyholders have immediate, real-time access to compliance results