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Alabama Electrical Contractor License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your electrical contractor license in Alabama. Last updated 2025-01-01. Source

State License
Required
Application Fee
$150
Bond Required
$5,000 surety bond
License Details
License Name Electrical Contractor License
Issuing Authority Alabama Electrical Contractors Board
Exam Required Yes
Exam Type Master Electrician Exam (NEC-based)
Bond Amount $5,000 surety bond
GL Insurance $500,000 GL per occurrence
Workers Comp Required if employees
Initial Fee $150
Renewal Fee $75
Renewal Period Biennial
CE Required yes
CE Hours 4
Reciprocity States None
Experience Required 2
Financial Requirement None
Note: Alabama requires a state Electrical Contractor License. Must pass the Master Electrician exam and a business/law exam. Class I is unlimited voltage; Class II is limited to 600V. $5,000 surety bond required. 4 CE hours per 2-year renewal.

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