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Pennsylvania General Contractor License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your general contractor license in Pennsylvania. Last updated 2026-06-27. Source

State License
Registration_Only
Application Fee
$50
Bond Required
Not required
License Details
License Name Home Improvement Contractor Registration
Issuing Authority PA Attorney General HIC Program
Exam Required No
Bond Amount Not required
GL Insurance not specified
Workers Comp Required
Initial Fee $50
Renewal Fee $50
Renewal Period annual
CE Required no
Reciprocity States None
Financial Requirement $50 registration
Note: Philadelphia/Pittsburgh have separate GC licensing

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