Idaho Electrical License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

Idaho has 3 Electrical license classes. Most renew every 3 years. Renewal fees are about $45 to $200, depending on the class. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount. The details for each class are below.

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Electrical Contractor

Contractor · State license · DOPL - Idaho Electrical Board

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Renew on the official site 208-334-3233

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Renew during the final month of the licensing period; the expiration date is shown in the DOPL online account. The contractor license had a 1-year term. From October 30, 2026 DOPL moves it to a 2-year cycle that expires on the license's original issue date, phased in by issue year: when renewing in 2026, even-year licenses run to 2028 and odd-year licenses to 2029 (or 2027 if renewed on or after the expiration date).

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Grace period: Renewal may be made at any time during the final month of the licensing period; an expired license may be revived within one year of the last day of the final month by paying the revival fee (Idaho Code 54-1013).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $200
Late fee: Revival fee about $125 if renewed after the final month (Idaho Code 54-1013; fee table).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Revival fee about $125 within one year of expiration, plus any outstanding civil penalties, permit fees and unresolved correction notices (Idaho Code 54-1013(2)).

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: Proof of liability insurance of $300,000 is required for electrical and limited electrical contractors at renewal and revival, and proof of workers' compensation insurance if applicable (Idaho Code 54-1013).
Reciprocity: Idaho has reciprocal agreements with some states, listed in the DOPL Reciprocal Information document (state list not reproduced here). Conditions include a verification form, an active license and years held.

Notes

Fees on the Electrical Board fee table: license $125, renewal $100, reinstatement $125 for a 1-year term (Limited Contractor the same). With the 2-year cycle from October 30, 2026 the renewal fee doubles to $200 and is charged for whole years. The contractor must designate one supervising electrician (master, journeyman or residential) who may represent only one contractor; notify DOPL within 10 business days if the relationship ends. Application fee $15. Permits renew for $65 after 365 days.

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Journeyman Electrician

Journeyman · State license · DOPL - Idaho Electrical Board

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Renew on the official site 208-334-3233

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: 3-year term per Electrical Board fee table; the expiration date is shown in the DOPL online account. Journeyman licenses renew automatically when the holder's Master license renews (HB 153, effective July 1, 2025, per Electrical Board minutes).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Renewal may be made at any time during the final month of the licensing period; an expired license may be revived within one year of the last day of the final month by paying the revival fee (Idaho Code 54-1013).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $45
Late fee: Revival fee about $55 if renewed after the final month (fee table).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Revival fee about $55 within one year of expiration, plus any outstanding civil penalties, permit fees and unresolved correction notices (Idaho Code 54-1013(2)).

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: Idaho has reciprocal agreements with some states, listed in the DOPL Reciprocal Information document (state list not reproduced here). Conditions include a verification form, an active license and years held.

Notes

Fees: license $55, renewal $45, reinstatement $55, 3-year term. Requires 8,000 hours plus an approved 4-year sequence, or 16,000 hours, and the exam. Beginning October 30, 2026 DOPL is moving licenses with a term shorter than two years to a 2-year cycle that expires on the licensee's birthday (individuals) or original issue date (businesses), with the renewal fee doubling; licenses with terms of two years or longer are unaffected. The exact expiration date is shown in the licensee's DOPL online account.

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Master Electrician

Master · State license · DOPL - Idaho Electrical Board

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Renew on the official site 208-334-3233

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: 3-year term per Electrical Board fee table; the expiration date is shown in the DOPL online account. Journeyman licenses renew automatically when the holder's Master license renews (HB 153, effective July 1, 2025, per Electrical Board minutes).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Renewal may be made at any time during the final month of the licensing period; an expired license may be revived within one year of the last day of the final month by paying the revival fee (Idaho Code 54-1013).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $45
Late fee: Revival fee about $55 if renewed after the final month (fee table).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Revival fee about $55 within one year of expiration, plus any outstanding civil penalties, permit fees and unresolved correction notices (Idaho Code 54-1013(2)).

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: Idaho has reciprocal agreements with some states, listed in the DOPL Reciprocal Information document (state list not reproduced here). Conditions include a verification form, an active license and years held.

Notes

Fees: license $65, renewal $45, reinstatement $55, 3-year term. A master need not also hold a journeyman license. Provisional journeyman is 6 months. Beginning October 30, 2026 DOPL is moving licenses with a term shorter than two years to a 2-year cycle that expires on the licensee's birthday (individuals) or original issue date (businesses), with the renewal fee doubling; licenses with terms of two years or longer are unaffected. The exact expiration date is shown in the licensee's DOPL online account.

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How to renew

1Check your Electrical Contractor deadline: Renew during the final month of the licensing period; the expiration date is shown in the DOPL online account. The contractor license had a 1-year term. From October 30, 2026 DOPL moves it to a 2-year cycle that expires on the license's original issue date, phased in by issue year: when renewing in 2026, even-year licenses run to 2028 and odd-year licenses to 2029 (or 2027 if renewed on or after the expiration date).
2Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
3Renew online at https://edopl.idaho.gov/OnlineServices/
4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $200, but fees change.
5If you miss the deadline: Revival fee about $125 if renewed after the final month (Idaho Code 54-1013; fee table).
6Check your Journeyman Electrician deadline: 3-year term per Electrical Board fee table; the expiration date is shown in the DOPL online account. Journeyman licenses renew automatically when the holder's Master license renews (HB 153, effective July 1, 2025, per Electrical Board minutes).
7Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $45, but fees change.
8If you miss the deadline: Revival fee about $55 if renewed after the final month (fee table).
9Check your Master Electrician deadline: 3-year term per Electrical Board fee table; the expiration date is shown in the DOPL online account. Journeyman licenses renew automatically when the holder's Master license renews (HB 153, effective July 1, 2025, per Electrical Board minutes).

Idaho Electrical renewal questions

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

When does an Idaho electrical license expire?

Electrical Contractor: renews every 2 years. Renew during the final month of the licensing period; the expiration date is shown in the DOPL online account. The contractor license had a 1-year term. From October 30, 2026 DOPL moves it to a 2-year cycle that expires on the license's original issue date, phased in by issue year: when renewing in 2026, even-year licenses run to 2028 and odd-year licenses to 2029 (or 2027 if renewed on or after the expiration date). Journeyman Electrician: renews every 3 years. 3-year term per Electrical Board fee table; the expiration date is shown in the DOPL online account. Journeyman licenses renew automatically when the holder's Master license renews (HB 153, effective July 1, 2025, per Electrical Board minutes). Master Electrician: renews every 3 years. 3-year term per Electrical Board fee table; the expiration date is shown in the DOPL online account. Journeyman licenses renew automatically when the holder's Master license renews (HB 153, effective July 1, 2025, per Electrical Board minutes). Check with DOPL - Idaho Electrical Board before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does an Idaho electrical license need?

Electrical Contractor: no CE required. Journeyman Electrician: no CE required. Master Electrician: no CE required. Check with DOPL - Idaho Electrical Board before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for an Idaho electrical license?

Renewal may be made at any time during the final month of the licensing period; an expired license may be revived within one year of the last day of the final month by paying the revival fee (Idaho Code 54-1013). Check with DOPL - Idaho Electrical Board before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew an Idaho electrical license?

Electrical Contractor: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if an Idaho electrical license expires?

Revival fee about $125 if renewed after the final month (Idaho Code 54-1013; fee table). Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Idaho accept electrical licenses from other states?

Idaho has reciprocal agreements with some states, listed in the DOPL Reciprocal Information document (state list not reproduced here). Conditions include a verification form, an active license and years held. Check with DOPL - Idaho Electrical Board 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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