Florida Pest Control License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Certified Pest Control Operator (certificate, per category) (FDACS Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement (Pest Control)) renews every year, has a renewal fee of about $150 and requires 4 hours of continuing education. The Pest Control Business License (per business location) (FDACS Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement (Pest Control)) renews every year and has a renewal fee of about $300. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount.

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

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Certified Pest Control Operator (certificate, per category)

State license · FDACS Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement (Pest Control)

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Renew on the official site (850) 617-7997

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 4 hours
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Annual: 2 hours of approved 'core' CE (legislation, safety, pesticide labeling, integrated pest management) plus 2 hours of approved CE in EACH category held (s. 482.111(10)); or pass the department's CE exam instead (offered in person or remotely through a vendor). CE must come from FDACS-approved providers; hours are at least 50 minutes; proof is uploaded to the aeslicensing.fdacs.gov portal or on form FDACS-13325. FDACS will not renew without CE.
Deadline rule: Certificate expires 1 year after the date of issuance; renew on or before each anniversary (s. 482.111(3); Rule 5E-14.132(3)). FDACS notifies at least 60 days before expiration.

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Grace period: 30 calendar days after the anniversary/expiration date before late fee applies.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: About $50 late renewal charge after a 30-calendar-day grace period (Rule 5E-14.132(3)(b)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
If the certificate is not renewed AND CE proof is not submitted within 60 days after the expiration date, the person can be recertified only after re-examination (s. 482.111(4)); exam fee about $300 per category.

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: Not required
Reciprocity: No reciprocity found; out-of-state experience (max 2 years) can count toward exam eligibility only (Rule 5E-14.117(4)). Initial exam requires 3 years of employment with a licensee and 45 documented jobs per category.

Notes

Regulated by FDACS (not DBPR) under ch. 482, F.S. Four certification categories: General Household & Rodent; Lawn & Ornamental; Termite & Other Wood-Destroying Organisms; Fumigation. Fees match the FDACS licensing page, the business license application (FDACS-13605) and Rule 5E-14.132 (amended 4-29-25). Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement, 3125 Conner Blvd L8, Tallahassee FL 32399-1650. Fee shown is per certificate; fumigation special ID cards are $100/yr. CE hours shown = 2 core + 2 for one category; add 2 per additional category.

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Pest Control Business License (per business location)

State license · FDACS Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement (Pest Control)

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Renew on the official site (850) 617-7997

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Annual renewal on or before the anniversary date set by FDACS for each business location (s. 482.071(2)(a)); not a fixed calendar date.

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Grace period: Up to 30 calendar days after the anniversary renewal date before the $50 late charge applies; the license still automatically expires 60 calendar days after the anniversary date if not renewed (s. 482.071(2)(c)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $300
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
About $50 late renewal charge, assessed after a grace period of up to 30 calendar days after the anniversary date (s. 482.071(2)(b)); plus about $10 per employee identification card renewal.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
After automatic expiry (60 days after anniversary) the license may be reinstated only by reapplication and payment of the issuance fee (about $300) plus the late renewal fee (about $50). A new license (about $25) is needed when the business name or location changes.

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: Certificate of insurance at application and each renewal (s. 482.071(4)-(5)): bodily injury $250,000 per person / $500,000 per occurrence and property damage $250,000 per occurrence / $500,000 aggregate, or $500,000 combined single limit. Businesses performing fumigation: bodily injury $1M per person / $2M per occurrence and property damage $1M per occurrence / $2M aggregate, or $2M combined single limit. Per s. 482.071 as published in 2026 Florida Statutes (amended by ch. 2026-3).
Reciprocity: No reciprocity for business licenses. Certified operator exam eligibility credits up to 2 years of documented out-of-state experience (Rule 5E-14.117(4)).

Notes

Regulated by FDACS (not DBPR) under ch. 482, F.S. Four certification categories: General Household & Rodent; Lawn & Ornamental; Termite & Other Wood-Destroying Organisms; Fumigation. Fees match the FDACS licensing page, the business license application (FDACS-13605) and Rule 5E-14.132 (amended 4-29-25). Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement, 3125 Conner Blvd L8, Tallahassee FL 32399-1650. Renewal form fee list: renewal license $300, late fee $50, expedite $50, ID cards $10 each (FDACS-13605). Call center licenses have a separate $600 two-year license. Board phone (850) 617-7997 per FDACS; toll-free 1-800-435-7352 is the FDACS main line.

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

How to renew

1Check your Certified Pest Control Operator (certificate, per category) deadline: Certificate expires 1 year after the date of issuance; renew on or before each anniversary (s. 482.111(3); Rule 5E-14.132(3)). FDACS notifies at least 60 days before expiration.
2Complete 4 continuing education hours before renewing. Annual: 2 hours of approved 'core' CE (legislation, safety, pesticide labeling, integrated pest management) plus 2 hours of approved CE in EACH category held (s. 482.111(10)); or pass the department's CE exam instead (offered in person or remotely through a vendor). CE must come from FDACS-approved providers; hours are at least 50 minutes; proof is uploaded to the aeslicensing.fdacs.gov portal or on form FDACS-13325. FDACS will not renew without CE.
3Renew online at https://aeslicensing.fdacs.gov
4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $150, but fees change.
5If you miss the deadline: About $50 late renewal charge after a 30-calendar-day grace period (Rule 5E-14.132(3)(b)).
6Check your Pest Control Business License (per business location) deadline: Annual renewal on or before the anniversary date set by FDACS for each business location (s. 482.071(2)(a)); not a fixed calendar date.
7Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
8Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $300, but fees change.
9If you miss the deadline: About $50 late renewal charge, assessed after a grace period of up to 30 calendar days after the anniversary date (s. 482.071(2)(b)); plus about $10 per employee identification card renewal.

Florida Pest control renewal questions

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

When does a Florida pest control license expire?

Certified Pest Control Operator (certificate, per category): renews every year. Certificate expires 1 year after the date of issuance; renew on or before each anniversary (s. 482.111(3); Rule 5E-14.132(3)). FDACS notifies at least 60 days before expiration. Pest Control Business License (per business location): renews every year. Annual renewal on or before the anniversary date set by FDACS for each business location (s. 482.071(2)(a)); not a fixed calendar date. Check with FDACS Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement (Pest Control) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Florida pest control license need?

Certified Pest Control Operator (certificate, per category): 4 hours per renewal. Pest Control Business License (per business location): no CE required. Check with FDACS Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement (Pest Control) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Florida pest control license?

30 calendar days after the anniversary/expiration date before late fee applies. Check with FDACS Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement (Pest Control) before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew a Florida pest control license?

Certified Pest Control Operator (certificate, per category): About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Florida pest control license expires?

About $50 late renewal charge after a 30-calendar-day grace period (Rule 5E-14.132(3)(b)). Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Florida accept pest control licenses from other states?

No reciprocity found; out-of-state experience (max 2 years) can count toward exam eligibility only (Rule 5E-14.117(4)). Initial exam requires 3 years of employment with a licensee and 45 documented jobs per category. Check with FDACS Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement (Pest Control) before you rely on it.

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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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