SLIP+ (Surplus Lines Information Portal Plus) has become the standard for electronic surplus lines filing in many states. This guide covers everything you need to know about SLIP+ submissions.
What is SLIP+?
SLIP+ is an electronic filing system used by state stamping offices to process surplus lines transactions. It standardizes the filing format and enables faster, more accurate processing.
States Using SLIP+
Currently, the following states accept or require SLIP+ filings:
- Florida (FSLSO)
- Illinois
- Mississippi
- Utah
- And more joining regularly
SLIP+ File Format
SLIP+ files are pipe-delimited text files with specific field requirements:
Transaction Type|Policy Number|Effective Date|...Key fields include:
- Transaction type (New, Renewal, Endorsement, Cancellation)
- Policy information
- Insured details
- Premium breakdowns
- Tax calculations
Common Filing Errors
Avoid these frequent mistakes:
- **Incorrect date formats**: Use MM/DD/YYYY
- **Missing required fields**: All mandatory fields must be populated
- **Invalid tax calculations**: Ensure rates match current state requirements
- **Duplicate submissions**: Check for existing filings before resubmitting
Best Practices
- Validate your file before submission
- Keep copies of all filed documents
- Track submission confirmations
- Reconcile regularly with state reports
Automated SLIP+ Generation
arqu automatically generates properly formatted SLIP+ files from your policy data. Our system validates all fields, calculates taxes using current rates, and flags potential issues before submission.