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Georgia Electrical Contractor License Requirements [2026]

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

State License
Required
Application Fee
$200
Bond Required
$5,000 surety bond
License Details
License Name Electrical Contractor License
Issuing Authority Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board
Exam Required Yes
Exam Type Master Electrician Exam (PSI)
Bond Amount $5,000 surety bond
GL Insurance $500,000 GL per occurrence
Workers Comp Required if employees
Initial Fee $200
Renewal Fee $100
Renewal Period Biennial
CE Required yes
CE Hours 6
Reciprocity States None
Experience Required 4
Financial Requirement None
Note: Georgia requires an Electrical Contractor License from the Construction Industry Licensing Board. Must be a licensed Master Electrician (4 years). $5,000 bond required. 6 CE hours per biennial renewal.

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