Massachusetts Electrical License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Journeyman Electrician (Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure)) renews every 3 years, has a renewal fee of about $78 and requires 21 hours of continuing education. The Master Electrician (Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure)) renews every 3 years, has a renewal fee of about $117 and requires 21 hours of continuing education. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount.

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Journeyman Electrician

B / E / EE / JR / RE (Journeyman) · State license · Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure)

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Renew on the official site 617-701-8786

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 21 hours
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21 clock hours in the 3 years before renewal (237 CMR 17.01): 15 hours from a Board-approved provider on the Mass. Electrical Code (527 CMR 12.00) and related law/business topics, plus 6 hours of licensee-chosen professional development (no approved provider needed). Retain certificates 10 years. New journeyman licensed within 90 days before renewal exempt that cycle. Renewal blocked if CE incomplete.
Deadline rule: All electrician licenses expire July 31 every third year (the current cycle ends July 31, 2028). The Division mails a notice before expiration; online renewal opens in April of the renewal year through the ePLACE portal.

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Grace period: No grace period. A renewal received after the July 31 expiration date pays the $57 late fee. A license lapsed more than 90 days without the CE completed before expiration cannot be renewed until the latest 15-hour code course and a 6-hour professional development course are completed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $78
Late fee: About $57 late renewal fee in addition to the renewal fee when received after the license expiration date.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
File a Request for Reinstatement with the Board, with proof of the latest 15-hour code course and 6 hours of professional development. A license expired more than three years requires passing the Massachusetts exam again (237 CMR 17.01).

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: Only New Hampshire (licenses obtained by examination in NH; 237 CMR 15.00). Maine and other states are not accepted; others must meet Massachusetts requirements (waivers possible under 237 CMR 13).

Notes

Renewal fees $117 (master) and $78 (journeyman, systems technician). Board contact [email protected], 617-701-8786. Fire alarm Systems Contractor ($117) and Systems Technician ($78) are separate licenses under the same board. A master electrician license is the contractor-level credential; Massachusetts has no separate electrical contractor business license.

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Master Electrician

A / AA / MR / RA (Master) · State license · Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure)

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Renew on the official site 617-701-8786

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 21 hours
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21 clock hours in the 3 years before renewal (237 CMR 17.01): 15 hours from a Board-approved provider on the Mass. Electrical Code (527 CMR 12.00) and related law/business topics, plus 6 hours of licensee-chosen professional development (no approved provider needed). Retain certificates 10 years. New journeyman licensed within 90 days before renewal exempt that cycle. Renewal blocked if CE incomplete.
Deadline rule: All electrician licenses expire July 31 every third year (the current cycle ends July 31, 2028). The Division mails a notice before expiration; online renewal opens in April of the renewal year through the ePLACE portal.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: No grace period. A renewal received after the July 31 expiration date pays the $57 late fee. A license lapsed more than 90 days without the CE completed before expiration cannot be renewed until the latest 15-hour code course and a 6-hour professional development course are completed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $117
Late fee: About $57 late renewal fee in addition to the renewal fee when received after the license expiration date.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
File a Request for Reinstatement with the Board, with proof of the latest 15-hour code course and 6 hours of professional development. A license expired more than three years requires passing the Massachusetts exam again (237 CMR 17.01).

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: Only New Hampshire (licenses obtained by examination in NH; 237 CMR 15.00). Maine and other states are not accepted; others must meet Massachusetts requirements (waivers possible under 237 CMR 13).

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

How to renew

1Check your Journeyman Electrician deadline: All electrician licenses expire July 31 every third year (the current cycle ends July 31, 2028). The Division mails a notice before expiration; online renewal opens in April of the renewal year through the ePLACE portal.
2Complete 21 continuing education hours before renewing. 21 clock hours in the 3 years before renewal (237 CMR 17.01): 15 hours from a Board-approved provider on the Mass. Electrical Code (527 CMR 12.00) and related law/business topics, plus 6 hours of licensee-chosen professional development (no approved provider needed). Retain certificates 10 years. New journeyman licensed within 90 days before renewal exempt that cycle. Renewal blocked if CE incomplete.
3Renew online at https://www.mass.gov/how-to/renew-your-electrician-systems-technician-or-systems-contractor-license
4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $78, but fees change.
5If you miss the deadline: About $57 late renewal fee in addition to the renewal fee when received after the license expiration date.
6Check your Master Electrician deadline: All electrician licenses expire July 31 every third year (the current cycle ends July 31, 2028). The Division mails a notice before expiration; online renewal opens in April of the renewal year through the ePLACE portal.
7Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $117, but fees change.

Massachusetts Electrical renewal questions

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

When does a Massachusetts electrical license expire?

Journeyman Electrician: renews every 3 years. All electrician licenses expire July 31 every third year (the current cycle ends July 31, 2028). The Division mails a notice before expiration; online renewal opens in April of the renewal year through the ePLACE portal. Master Electrician: renews every 3 years. All electrician licenses expire July 31 every third year (the current cycle ends July 31, 2028). The Division mails a notice before expiration; online renewal opens in April of the renewal year through the ePLACE portal. Check with Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Massachusetts electrical license need?

Journeyman Electrician: 21 hours per renewal. Master Electrician: 21 hours per renewal. Check with Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Massachusetts electrical license?

No grace period. A renewal received after the July 31 expiration date pays the $57 late fee. A license lapsed more than 90 days without the CE completed before expiration cannot be renewed until the latest 15-hour code course and a 6-hour professional development course are completed. Check with Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure) before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew a Massachusetts electrical license?

Journeyman Electrician: About $78. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Massachusetts electrical license expires?

About $57 late renewal fee in addition to the renewal fee when received after the license expiration date. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Massachusetts accept electrical licenses from other states?

Only New Hampshire (licenses obtained by examination in NH; 237 CMR 15.00). Maine and other states are not accepted; others must meet Massachusetts requirements (waivers possible under 237 CMR 13). Check with Board of State Examiners of Electricians (Division of Occupational Licensure) 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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