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Delaware Electrical License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Limited Electrician (Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners (Division of Professional Regulation)) renews every 2 years and requires 10 hours of continuing education. The Master Electrician (Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners (Division of Professional Regulation)) renews every 2 years and requires 10 hours of continuing education.

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Verified dataLast checked Oct 17, 2026, next review due July 2027

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Limited Electrician

Limited · State license · Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners (Division of Professional Regulation)

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Renew on the official siteBoard phone: (302) 744-4500
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
10 hours
Show CE rulesFull renewal period (July 1-June 30 of even years): 10 hours for Master/Master Special/Limited/Limited Special; licensed <1 yr = none, 1-2 yrs = 5 hrs. Beginning with second renewal, 5 of the 10 hours must be National Electrical Code. Board-approved courses only (approved lists for 2023-2026 and 2026-2029 published; providers request approval via DELPROS Service Request). Licensee attests at renewal and enters CE in DELPROS CE Tracker; upload certificates only if randomly audited.
Deadline rule
Expires June 30 of even-numbered years (most recent June 30, 2026; next June 30, 2028). Renew online in DELPROS; notice emailed a few months before.
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Grace period
None. Late period is not a grace period; illegal to practice until the license is actually renewed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
Check the official site for the fee.
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Late fee = 50% of renewal fee in addition to renewal fee. Late renewal may be filed in DELPROS up to one year after expiration; all late renewals are audited.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)If not renewed within one year after expiration the license terminates; must reapply as a new applicant. Inactive status (individual licenses only) via DELPROS Service Request before expiration; reactivation requires Service Request, proof of insurance, reactivation fee and CE entries in CE Tracker. Statute (24 Del. C. s.1411(c)-(d)): Board rules set how long after expiration a license may still be renewed; inactive status on written request; return to active practice requires written request and completion of CE.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
General liability insurance required: $300,000 for active Master, Master Special, Limited and Limited Special electricians (Board CE/audit page). 24 Del. C. s.1411 requires proof of general liability insurance (as set by the Board) at issuance and at each biennial renewal. Journeyman/apprentice exempt; inactive licenses exempt. Workers' compensation not addressed in the licensing statute.
Reciprocity
Electricians licensed in another state/territory/DC may apply by reciprocity; if that jurisdiction is not substantially similar, proof of at least 5 years practice after licensure is required (Board FAQ).
Notes

Renewal fee not published; application fee $127. Limited Special variant exists with same rules. See Master Electrician note on June 30 even-year deadline.

Confidence: MediumMostly confirmed from official pages, some details are older or partly confirmedLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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Master Electrician

Master · State license · Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners (Division of Professional Regulation)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: (302) 744-4500
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
10 hours
Show CE rulesFull renewal period (July 1-June 30 of even years): 10 hours for Master/Master Special/Limited/Limited Special; licensed <1 yr = none, 1-2 yrs = 5 hrs. Beginning with second renewal, 5 of the 10 hours must be National Electrical Code. Board-approved courses only (approved lists for 2023-2026 and 2026-2029 published; providers request approval via DELPROS Service Request). Licensee attests at renewal and enters CE in DELPROS CE Tracker; upload certificates only if randomly audited.
Deadline rule
Expires June 30 of even-numbered years (most recent June 30, 2026; next June 30, 2028). Renew online in DELPROS; notice emailed a few months before.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
None. Late period is not a grace period; illegal to practice until the license is actually renewed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
Check the official site for the fee.
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Late fee = 50% of renewal fee in addition to renewal fee. Late renewal may be filed in DELPROS up to one year after expiration; all late renewals are audited.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)If not renewed within one year after expiration the license terminates; must reapply as a new applicant. Inactive status (individual licenses only) via DELPROS Service Request before expiration; reactivation requires Service Request, proof of insurance, reactivation fee and CE entries in CE Tracker. Statute (24 Del. C. s.1411(c)-(d)): Board rules set how long after expiration a license may still be renewed; inactive status on written request; return to active practice requires written request and completion of CE.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
General liability insurance required: $300,000 for active Master, Master Special, Limited and Limited Special electricians (Board CE/audit page). 24 Del. C. s.1411 requires proof of general liability insurance (as set by the Board) at issuance and at each biennial renewal. Journeyman/apprentice exempt; inactive licenses exempt. Workers' compensation not addressed in the licensing statute.
Reciprocity
Electricians licensed in another state/territory/DC may apply by reciprocity; if that jurisdiction is not substantially similar, proof of at least 5 years practice after licensure is required (Board FAQ).
Notes

Renewal fee not published (DPR: notified of amount at time of renewal). Application fee $203 (not renewal). Master Special license (specialties like elevators/HVAC) has same renewal/CE/insurance pattern. Licenses expire June 30 of even-numbered years. Employees doing electrical work generally need a license (24 Del. C. s.1419 exceptions).

Confidence: MediumMostly confirmed from official pages, some details are older or partly confirmedLast checked Oct 17, 2026
Sources (7)

The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the Delaware Electrical continuing education page.

How to renew

  1. 1Check your Limited Electrician deadline: Expires June 30 of even-numbered years (most recent June 30, 2026; next June 30, 2028). Renew online in DELPROS; notice emailed a few months before.
  2. 2Complete 10 continuing education hours before renewing. Full renewal period (July 1-June 30 of even years): 10 hours for Master/Master Special/Limited/Limited Special; licensed <1 yr = none, 1-2 yrs = 5 hrs. Beginning with second renewal, 5 of the 10 hours must be National Electrical Code. Board-approved courses only (approved lists for 2023-2026 and 2026-2029 published; providers request approval via DELPROS Service Request). Licensee attests at renewal and enters CE in DELPROS CE Tracker; upload certificates only if randomly audited.
  3. 3Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
  4. 4Renew online at https://delpros.delaware.gov/OH_HomePage
  5. 5If you miss the deadline: Late fee = 50% of renewal fee in addition to renewal fee. Late renewal may be filed in DELPROS up to one year after expiration; all late renewals are audited.
  6. 6Check your Master Electrician deadline: Expires June 30 of even-numbered years (most recent June 30, 2026; next June 30, 2028). Renew online in DELPROS; notice emailed a few months before.

Delaware Electrical renewal questions

Answers come from the records above. Informational: verify with the issuing board.

When does a Delaware electrical license expire?

Limited Electrician: renews every 2 years. Expires June 30 of even-numbered years (most recent June 30, 2026; next June 30, 2028). Renew online in DELPROS; notice emailed a few months before. Master Electrician: renews every 2 years. Expires June 30 of even-numbered years (most recent June 30, 2026; next June 30, 2028). Renew online in DELPROS; notice emailed a few months before. Check with Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners (Division of Professional Regulation) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Delaware electrical license need?

Limited Electrician: 10 hours per renewal. Master Electrician: 10 hours per renewal. Check with Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners (Division of Professional Regulation) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Delaware electrical license?

None. Late period is not a grace period; illegal to practice until the license is actually renewed. Check with Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners (Division of Professional Regulation) before you rely on it.

What happens if a Delaware electrical license expires?

Late fee = 50% of renewal fee in addition to renewal fee. Late renewal may be filed in DELPROS up to one year after expiration; all late renewals are audited. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Delaware accept electrical licenses from other states?

Electricians licensed in another state/territory/DC may apply by reciprocity; if that jurisdiction is not substantially similar, proof of at least 5 years practice after licensure is required (Board FAQ). Check with Delaware Board of Electrical Examiners (Division of Professional Regulation) before you rely on it.

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Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this page can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and we are not affiliated with any state board. Read the disclaimer.

This information is here to help you plan, not to replace the board. Fee amounts are approximate and may be out of date. Deadlines and continuing education rules change too, sometimes without much notice. Always confirm with your licensing board and its official site before you rely on a date or an amount. This is not legal advice.

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