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Washington Electrical Contractor License Requirements [2026]

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

State License
Required
Application Fee
$153
Bond Required
$6,000 surety bond
License Details
License Name Electrical Contractor License
Issuing Authority Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
Exam Required Yes
Exam Type Master Electrician Exam (NEC-based)
Bond Amount $6,000 surety bond
GL Insurance $500,000 GL per occurrence
Workers Comp Required if employees
Initial Fee $153
Renewal Fee $153
Renewal Period Annual
CE Required no
CE Hours 0
Reciprocity States None
Experience Required 4
Financial Requirement None
Note: Washington requires an Electrical Contractor License plus a licensed Electrical Administrator. Must pass Master Electrician exam (4 years + 8,000 hours). $6,000 bond required. Annual renewal.

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