Mississippi General Contractor License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Commercial Building Construction contractor (Certificate of Responsibility) (Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC)) renews every year and has a renewal fee of about $400. The Residential Builder / Residential Remodeler (Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC)) renews every year, has a renewal fee of about $100 and requires 2 hours of continuing education. 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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Commercial Building Construction contractor (Certificate of Responsibility)

Building Construction (major) · State license · Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC)

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Renew on the official site 601-354-6161 / 800-880-6161

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Annual; license is valid one year and expires on the date printed on the certificate of licensure (anniversary-based, not a fixed calendar date). MSBOC emails renewal notices (email only beginning 2026) about 60 days before expiration; renewing is the licensee's responsibility.

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Grace period: Commercial license may be renewed as a late renewal for up to 180 days after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $400
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
About $50 late fee when renewed after expiration (total about $450 instead of about $400 per MSBOC commercial renewal form; fee schedule lists Commercial License Renewal - Late Fee about $50).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired more than 180 days: cannot be renewed; a new application (and new application fee/exams as applicable) is required. Active/inactive status change costs about $25; inactive licensees must still pay annual renewal.

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 certificate of coverage with minimum $300,000 per occurrence and $600,000 aggregate; named insured must match license name and MSBOC must be listed as certificate holder (cancellation notice). Workers' compensation certificate if required by law. Proof of Mississippi Secretary of State good standing (not required for sole proprietors). Balance sheet showing net worth of at least $50,000 for a major classification or $20,000 for a specialty classification is required at renewal.
Reciprocity: Trade-exam waivers: Alabama General Contractors Board (not mechanical/plumbing), Arkansas, California (commercial building only; 5 yrs no discipline), Florida (1 year license, 5 yrs no discipline), Georgia (1 year), North Carolina General Contractors Board, South Carolina (building), Tennessee, Louisiana (recognizes passed LA exam scores; formal reciprocity ended), Ohio. NASCLA Accredited Commercial General Building exam accepted. All applicants still take MS Law & Business exam.

Notes

Major classification covering commercial buildings and residential structures. Heavy Construction, Highway/Street/Bridge and Municipal & Public Works are other major classifications (not detailed). Required for commercial work over $50,000 (including equipment installation) by contractors and subcontractors; fire sprinkler work requires a license over $5,000 public / $10,000 private. Fee: $400 renewal covers the license; each additional classification is $100 (added by form). Qualifying party must be an owner, officer or responsible managing employee who passed the exam; may qualify at most 3 companies; replacement within 90 days if qualifier leaves. The MSBOC application and renewal forms do not require a surety bond.

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Residential Builder / Residential Remodeler

Residential Builder; Residential Remodel · State license · Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC)

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Renew on the official site 601-354-6161 / 800-880-6161

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 2 hours
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Each qualifying party for a residential license must complete 2 credit hours of continuing education from a board-approved provider/instructor per Miss. Code Ann. 73-59-11; applies to residential licenses issued on or after July 1, 2015 (not to inactive status). Proof of each qualifier's CE submitted with renewal. Approved providers listed on MSBOC site.
Deadline rule: Annual; license is valid one year and expires on the date printed on the certificate of licensure (anniversary-based, not a fixed calendar date). MSBOC emails renewal notices (email only beginning 2026) about 60 days before expiration; renewing is the licensee's responsibility.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Residential license may be renewed as a late renewal for up to 180 days after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
About $10 late fee when renewed after expiration (total about $110 instead of about $100 per MSBOC residential renewal form; fee schedule: Residential License Renewal - Late Fee about $10).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired more than 180 days: cannot be renewed; new application required (about $50 application fee). Active/inactive status change costs about $25; inactive licensees must still pay annual renewal.

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 certificate of coverage required; MSBOC sets no minimum coverage amount for residential license holders. The insured name must match the license and MSBOC must be listed as certificate holder. Workers' compensation certificate if required by law.
Reciprocity: MSBOC reciprocity waives the trade exam only (all applicants take the MS Business & Law exam): Alabama (Home Builders Licensure Board etc.), Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina Residential Builders Commission, Tennessee and others per classification; see reciprocity page. Military Family Freedom Act and Universal Recognition of Occupational Licensure Act provisions also apply.

Notes

Residential Builder: residential structures for 50 or fewer families and not more than 3 floors, or commercial structures not more than 7,500 sq ft; includes remodeling and roofing within stated limits. Residential Remodeler: remodeling/repair/improvement of residential structures up to 3 floors, including roofing within limits. Residential Construction Manager and Residential Solar are separate classifications. Required for new residential construction over $50,000 and residential remodeling/additions or roofing over $10,000. Renewal $100; $110 if renewed after expiration (up to 180 days). Documents: GL certificate (no minimum coverage amount for residential licenses; MSBOC listed as certificate holder), Secretary of State good standing (non-sole-proprietors), workers' comp certificate if required by law, and proof of each qualifier's 2 hours CE.

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

How to renew

1Check your Commercial Building Construction contractor (Certificate of Responsibility) deadline: Annual; license is valid one year and expires on the date printed on the certificate of licensure (anniversary-based, not a fixed calendar date). MSBOC emails renewal notices (email only beginning 2026) about 60 days before expiration; renewing is the licensee's responsibility.
2Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
3Renew online at https://secure.msboc.us/applications/login.cfm
4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $400, but fees change.
5If you miss the deadline: About $50 late fee when renewed after expiration (total about $450 instead of about $400 per MSBOC commercial renewal form; fee schedule lists Commercial License Renewal - Late Fee about $50).
6Check your Residential Builder / Residential Remodeler deadline: Annual; license is valid one year and expires on the date printed on the certificate of licensure (anniversary-based, not a fixed calendar date). MSBOC emails renewal notices (email only beginning 2026) about 60 days before expiration; renewing is the licensee's responsibility.
7Complete 2 continuing education hours before renewing. Each qualifying party for a residential license must complete 2 credit hours of continuing education from a board-approved provider/instructor per Miss. Code Ann. 73-59-11; applies to residential licenses issued on or after July 1, 2015 (not to inactive status). Proof of each qualifier's CE submitted with renewal. Approved providers listed on MSBOC site.
8Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $100, but fees change.
9If you miss the deadline: About $10 late fee when renewed after expiration (total about $110 instead of about $100 per MSBOC residential renewal form; fee schedule: Residential License Renewal - Late Fee about $10).

Mississippi General contractor renewal questions

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

When does a Mississippi general contractor license expire?

Commercial Building Construction contractor (Certificate of Responsibility): renews every year. Annual; license is valid one year and expires on the date printed on the certificate of licensure (anniversary-based, not a fixed calendar date). MSBOC emails renewal notices (email only beginning 2026) about 60 days before expiration; renewing is the licensee's responsibility. Residential Builder / Residential Remodeler: renews every year. Annual; license is valid one year and expires on the date printed on the certificate of licensure (anniversary-based, not a fixed calendar date). MSBOC emails renewal notices (email only beginning 2026) about 60 days before expiration; renewing is the licensee's responsibility. Check with Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Mississippi general contractor license need?

Commercial Building Construction contractor (Certificate of Responsibility): no CE required. Residential Builder / Residential Remodeler: 2 hours per renewal. Check with Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Mississippi general contractor license?

Commercial license may be renewed as a late renewal for up to 180 days after expiration. Check with Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew a Mississippi general contractor license?

Commercial Building Construction contractor (Certificate of Responsibility): About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Mississippi general contractor license expires?

About $50 late fee when renewed after expiration (total about $450 instead of about $400 per MSBOC commercial renewal form; fee schedule lists Commercial License Renewal - Late Fee about $50). Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Mississippi accept general contractor licenses from other states?

Trade-exam waivers: Alabama General Contractors Board (not mechanical/plumbing), Arkansas, California (commercial building only; 5 yrs no discipline), Florida (1 year license, 5 yrs no discipline), Georgia (1 year), North Carolina General Contractors Board, South Carolina (building), Tennessee, Louisiana (recognizes passed LA exam scores; formal reciprocity ended), Ohio. NASCLA Accredited Commercial General Building exam accepted. All applicants still take MS Law & Business exam. Check with Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) 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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