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New Mexico Pest Control License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Commercial pesticide applicator (structural pest control, categories 7A-7D) (New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program) renews every year, has a renewal fee of about $100 and requires 4 hours of continuing education. The Operator / technician (New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program) renews every year and has a renewal fee of about $75. 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 pesticide applicator (structural pest control, categories 7A-7D)

Commercial Applicator · State license · New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program

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Renew on the official siteBoard phone: (575) 646-3007

We did not find online renewal for this license, so the link may open the board site.

Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
4 hours
Show CE rulesCommercial, public and noncommercial applicators must earn at least 4 CEUs per annual recertification period (21.17.53 NMAC); 1 CEU per hour of NMDA-approved instruction; CEUs must be earned before the license expires or exams must be retaken. Category 7D (wood-destroying pests) requires additional 7D-specific CEUs. Applicators return CEU cards to NMDA (credits are based on returned cards).
Deadline rule
All commercial, public and noncommercial licenses expire January 31 of the following year (annual renewal). Earn CEUs before expiration.
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Grace period
30 days after expiration to renew without re-testing (with the doubled fee).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $100
Late fee
Renewal not filed before the license expires: renewal fee is doubled (about $200), payable before the renewed license is issued (NMSA 76-4-22(B)).
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)If not renewed within 30 days after expiration, new certification examinations must be taken (NMSA 76-4-22(B)); a new applicant must complete all requirements within 60 days of application approval or forfeit exams passed.

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 or $100,000 surety bond required before license issue. Ground/manual: $10,000 per occurrence / $25,000 aggregate BI, $25,000 PD, or $50,000 single limit; aerial: $25,000/$50,000 BI, $50,000 PD or $100,000 single limit; max deductible $1,000.
Reciprocity
License holders in other US states may apply to have some certifications recognized by NMDA and may only need to pass the New Mexico laws exam.
Notes

NMDA publishes a $100 commercial applicator fee and $75 operator/technician fee (statutory caps in NMSA 76-4-22); the older text of 21.17.50.25 NMAC still shows $75 / $50 and a December 31 expiration, so the NMDA-published figures are used. Pest control is licensed by the NM Department of Agriculture, not RLD. A separate business-level pest control license fee is not published on the NMDA pages reviewed. Service vehicles must show the firm name and applicator license number.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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Operator / technician

Operator · State license · New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program

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Renew on the official siteBoard phone: (575) 646-3007

We did not find online renewal for this license, so the link may open the board site.

Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
Required, but the hours are not published. Check with the board
Show CE rulesCEU requirement for operators/technicians not published on NMDA pages ; confirm the operator requirement with NMDA. 7D-certified operators need 4 7D CEUs per year.
Deadline rule
All commercial, public and noncommercial licenses expire January 31 of the following year (annual renewal). Earn CEUs before expiration.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
30 days after expiration to renew without re-testing (with the doubled fee).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $75
Late fee
Renewal not filed before the license expires: renewal fee is doubled (about $150), payable before the renewed license is issued (NMSA 76-4-22(B)).
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)If not renewed within 30 days after expiration, new certification examinations must be taken (NMSA 76-4-22(B)); a new applicant must complete all requirements within 60 days of application approval or forfeit exams passed.

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
Employer must hold the commercial license with financial responsibility; no separate insurance for operators found.
Reciprocity
Not published, check with the board
Notes

NMDA publishes a $100 commercial applicator fee and $75 operator/technician fee (statutory caps in NMSA 76-4-22); the older text of 21.17.50.25 NMAC still shows $75 / $50 and a December 31 expiration, so the NMDA-published figures are used. Pest control is licensed by the NM Department of Agriculture, not RLD. A separate business-level pest control license fee is not published on the NMDA pages reviewed. Service vehicles must show the firm name and applicator license number.

Confidence: MediumMostly confirmed from official pages, some details are older or partly confirmedLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the New Mexico Pest control continuing education page.

How to renew

  1. 1Check your Commercial pesticide applicator (structural pest control, categories 7A-7D) deadline: All commercial, public and noncommercial licenses expire January 31 of the following year (annual renewal). Earn CEUs before expiration.
  2. 2Complete 4 continuing education hours before renewing. Commercial, public and noncommercial applicators must earn at least 4 CEUs per annual recertification period (21.17.53 NMAC); 1 CEU per hour of NMDA-approved instruction; CEUs must be earned before the license expires or exams must be retaken. Category 7D (wood-destroying pests) requires additional 7D-specific CEUs. Applicators return CEU cards to NMDA (credits are based on returned cards).
  3. 3Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
  4. 4Renewal information: https://nmdeptag.nmsu.edu/pesticides/nm-pesticide-licensing.html
  5. 5Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $100, but fees change.
  6. 6If you miss the deadline: Renewal not filed before the license expires: renewal fee is doubled (about $200), payable before the renewed license is issued (NMSA 76-4-22(B)).
  7. 7Check your Operator / technician deadline: All commercial, public and noncommercial licenses expire January 31 of the following year (annual renewal). Earn CEUs before expiration.
  8. 8Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $75, but fees change.
  9. 9If you miss the deadline: Renewal not filed before the license expires: renewal fee is doubled (about $150), payable before the renewed license is issued (NMSA 76-4-22(B)).

New Mexico Pest control renewal questions

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

When does a New Mexico pest control license expire?

Commercial pesticide applicator (structural pest control, categories 7A-7D): renews every year. All commercial, public and noncommercial licenses expire January 31 of the following year (annual renewal). Earn CEUs before expiration. Operator / technician: renews every year. All commercial, public and noncommercial licenses expire January 31 of the following year (annual renewal). Earn CEUs before expiration. Check with New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a New Mexico pest control license need?

Commercial pesticide applicator (structural pest control, categories 7A-7D): 4 hours per renewal. Operator / technician: CE is required, but the hours are not published. Check with New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a New Mexico pest control license?

30 days after expiration to renew without re-testing (with the doubled fee). Check with New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program before you rely on it.

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

Commercial pesticide applicator (structural pest control, categories 7A-7D): About $100. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a New Mexico pest control license expires?

Renewal not filed before the license expires: renewal fee is doubled (about $200), payable before the renewed license is issued (NMSA 76-4-22(B)). Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does New Mexico accept pest control licenses from other states?

License holders in other US states may apply to have some certifications recognized by NMDA and may only need to pass the New Mexico laws exam. Check with New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program before you rely on it.

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Spot something out of date?

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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