--- title: Surplus Lines Tax API slug: surplus-lines-tax-api description: How to integrate Surplus Lines Tax API with Make.com docTags: createdAt: 2026-06-02T04:03:59.839Z --- | :inlineImage[]{src="https://make-cxp-documentation.ams3.digitaloceanspaces.com/apps-center-icons/surplus-lines-tax-api.png" alt="Surplus Lines Tax API logo" caption size="50" width="512" height="512"} | Surplus Lines API provides automated access to surplus lines insurance filings, compliance, and reporting. Integrating with Make.com enables users to automate insurance filings, retrieve compliance statuses, and streamline reporting processes directly within their workflows. | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :::hint{type="warning"} This is AI-generated content based on official Surplus Lines Tax API documentation. The content may contain mistakes. Please verify important information. If you have questions on vendor documentation, contact [Surplus Lines Tax API](https://surpluslinesapi.com/contact) directly. ::: # Requirements To use the Surplus Lines Tax API app in Make, you must have an active account and an API Key, [create your account on Surplus Lines Tax API](https://surpluslinesapi.com). For subscription, refer to the [Surplus Lines Tax API pricing page](https://surpluslinesapi.com). # Connect Surplus Lines Tax API and Make To get started, you must first create a connection between Surplus Lines Tax API and Make, allowing the two services to communicate. ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem **Obtain your API Key in your Surplus Lines Tax API account** ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem **Create the connection in Make.** ::: :::: ## Obtain your API Key in your Surplus Lines Tax API account Before you create the connection in Make, you should first obtain your **API Key** in your Surplus Lines Tax API account. To obtain your **API Key **: ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Navigate to the** API Keys** section in your** dashboard**. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Click the** Generate** button to create a new** API key**. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Copy the** API key** displayed on screen. ::: :::: You will use this value while creating a connection in Make. Because the UI might have changed, the steps you see on your screen might be different, [check the vendor documentation for updates.](https://surpluslinesapi.com/docs/) ## Create the connection in Make :::::WorkflowBlock ::::WorkflowBlockItem [[Log in in your Make](https://www.make.com/en/register) account](https://www.make.com/en/register), add the Surplus Lines Tax API module to your scenario, and click **Create a connection. ** :::hint{type="info"} If you add a module with an instant tag, click **Create a webhook**, then **Create a connection.** ::: :::: :::WorkflowBlockItem *Optional: *In the **Connection name** field, enter a name for the connection. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Enter the **authentication credentials** you copied from your Surplus Lines Tax API account or follow the on-screen instructions to create the connection. ::: ::::: For detailed information on connecting an application, see **[Connect an application](docId\:SO88FM6pkT0G-adKDDfzZ)** page. # Surplus Lines Tax API modules After connecting to the Surplus Lines Tax API app, you can choose from a list of available modules to build your scenarios. :::ExpandableHeading ### Calculate a Tax Calculates the surplus lines tax based on a specified state and premium amount. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### List States Fetches a comprehensive list of all states and jurisdictions that are supported by the service. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Make an API Call Executes a custom API request to the connected service using your authorized credentials. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Search Rates Fetches the latest tax rates for every state, or allows you to obtain rates for a particular state of your choice. ::: # Templates You can look for more templates in [Make's template gallery](https://www.make.com/en/templates), where you'll find thousands of pre-created scenarios. # Surplus Lines Tax API resources You can have access to more resources related to this app on the following links - [Surplus Lines Tax API topics on Make community](https://community.make.com/search?q=Surplus%20Lines%20Tax%20API) - [Surplus Lines Tax API website](https://surpluslinesapi.com) - [Surplus Lines Tax API API documentation](https://surpluslinesapi.com/docs/) - [Surplus Lines Tax API page on make](https://www.make.com/en/integrations/surplus-lines-tax-api) *** :::CtaButton{label="Get started for free" externalHref="https://www.make.com/en/register" openInNewTab="true"} :::