Oregon Electrical License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

Oregon has 3 Electrical license classes. Most renew every 3 years. Renewal fees are about $100 to $375, depending on the class. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount. Continuing education is 24 hours. The details for each class are below.

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

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Electrical Contractor (C)

C · State license · Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS

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Renew on the official site (503) 373-1268

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Renews every 3 years on July 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.

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Grace period: None: after expiration the license is 'expired-renewable'; no work allowed until all requirements (incl. CE) are met.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $375
Late fee: OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
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Within one year of expiration: reapply, pay renewal fee, complete outstanding CE (OAR 918-030-0230). After one year: must re-qualify and pass the exam. Email [email protected] for instructions.

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: Bond and insurance as required by CCB. Must hold active CCB license, SOS-registered name and a full-time general supervising electrician as signing supervisor.
Reciprocity: BCD reciprocity covers individual licenses (General Journeyman J, General Supervising Electrician S, Journeyman Plumber JP) only, not contractor licenses.

Notes

The electrical contractor license is in addition to the CCB license and requires a full-time general supervising electrician as signing supervisor. Fee is $125 per year per place of business under ORS 479.840, which is $375 for the three-year term. Also available: limited energy, restricted energy and limited sign contractor licenses (not covered here).

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General Journeyman Electrician (J)

J · State license · Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS

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Renew on the official site (503) 373-1268

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 24 hours
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24 hours of approved continuing education per three-year cycle (OAR 918-030-0120): 8 hours must be code change courses plus a 4-hour Oregon rule and law course. Only BCD-approved providers count; providers report hours to BCD. CE must be registered in the BCD system before renewal.
Deadline rule: Renews every 3 years on October 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.

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Grace period: None: after expiration the license is 'expired-renewable'; no work allowed until all requirements (incl. CE) are met.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
Late fee: OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Within one year of expiration: reapply, pay renewal fee, complete outstanding CE (OAR 918-030-0230). After one year: must re-qualify and pass the exam. Email [email protected] for instructions.

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: Reciprocal license available (75%+ exam in other state, 1,000 hrs under that license, no violations in 3 yrs).

Notes

Fee is $100 for the three-year license under ORS 479.840.

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General Supervising Electrician (S)

S · State license · Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS

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Renew on the official site (503) 373-1268

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 24 hours
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24 hours of approved continuing education per three-year cycle (OAR 918-030-0120): 12 hours must be code change courses plus a 4-hour Oregon rule and law course. Only BCD-approved providers count; providers report hours to BCD (allow about 2 weeks for credits to appear). CE must be registered in the BCD system before renewal.
Deadline rule: Renews every 3 years on October 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: None: after expiration the license is 'expired-renewable'; no work allowed until all requirements (incl. CE) are met.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
Late fee: OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Within one year of expiration: reapply, pay renewal fee, complete outstanding CE (OAR 918-030-0230). After one year: must re-qualify and pass the exam. Email [email protected] for instructions.

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: Reciprocity available for General Supervising Electrician (S) from states with agreements; plus exam/experience conditions.

Notes

Signing supervisor who must be employed full-time by an electrical contractor business. Fee is $100 for the three-year license under ORS 479.840.

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

How to renew

1Check your Electrical Contractor (C) deadline: Renews every 3 years on July 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.
2Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
3Renew online at https://ordcbs.mylicense.com/eGov
4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $375, but fees change.
5If you miss the deadline: OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
6Check your General Journeyman Electrician (J) deadline: Renews every 3 years on October 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.
7Complete 24 continuing education hours before renewing. 24 hours of approved continuing education per three-year cycle (OAR 918-030-0120): 8 hours must be code change courses plus a 4-hour Oregon rule and law course. Only BCD-approved providers count; providers report hours to BCD. CE must be registered in the BCD system before renewal.
8Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $100, but fees change.
9Check your General Supervising Electrician (S) deadline: Renews every 3 years on October 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.
10Complete 24 continuing education hours before renewing. 24 hours of approved continuing education per three-year cycle (OAR 918-030-0120): 12 hours must be code change courses plus a 4-hour Oregon rule and law course. Only BCD-approved providers count; providers report hours to BCD (allow about 2 weeks for credits to appear). CE must be registered in the BCD system before renewal.

Oregon Electrical renewal questions

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

When does an Oregon electrical license expire?

Electrical Contractor (C): renews every 3 years. Renews every 3 years on July 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration. General Journeyman Electrician (J): renews every 3 years. Renews every 3 years on October 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration. General Supervising Electrician (S): renews every 3 years. Renews every 3 years on October 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration. Check with Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does an Oregon electrical license need?

Electrical Contractor (C): no CE required. General Journeyman Electrician (J): 24 hours per renewal. General Supervising Electrician (S): 24 hours per renewal. Check with Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for an Oregon electrical license?

None: after expiration the license is 'expired-renewable'; no work allowed until all requirements (incl. CE) are met. Check with Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS before you rely on it.

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

Electrical Contractor (C): About $375. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if an Oregon electrical license expires?

OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Oregon accept electrical licenses from other states?

BCD reciprocity covers individual licenses (General Journeyman J, General Supervising Electrician S, Journeyman Plumber JP) only, not contractor licenses. Check with Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS 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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