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Texas Electrical License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Electrical Contractor (business license) (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)) renews every year and has a renewal fee of about $110. The Master Electrician (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)) renews every year, has a renewal fee of about $45 and requires 4 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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Electrical Contractor (business license)

Electrical Contractor · State license · Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: (512) 463-6599
Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
Not required
Deadline rule
License is valid for 1 year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually (16 TAC 73.22). Renew online before the anniversary of issue.
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Grace period
No grace; late fees apply immediately after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $110
Late fee
Expired 90 days or less: about $165. 91 days to 18 months: about $220.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Expired 18 months to less than 3 years: apply by mail with the Request to Executive Director for Expired License Renewal form, a certificate of insurance and the about $220 fee. Licenses expired 36 months or more cannot be renewed per TDLR individual license pages; apply as a new applicant.

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
Business liability: $300,000 per occurrence (PD+BI combined), $600,000 aggregate, $300,000 aggregate products/completed operations; insured name must match application. Must employ or be a licensed Master Electrician.
Reciprocity
Not published, check with the board
Notes

The contractor license has no CE requirement, but the Master Electrician of record must complete 4 hours of CE each year. Electrical sign contractors and residential appliance installation contractors hold separate TDLR licenses. Late renewal within 18 months can be done online at the increased fee.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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Master Electrician

Master Electrician · State license · Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: (512) 463-6599
Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
4 hours
Show CE rules4 hours of CE for each license cycle from a TDLR-registered provider, covering the National Electrical Code, the Texas Electrician Law (Occupations Code ch. 1305), TDLR electrician rules (16 TAC ch. 73) and NFPA 70E electrical safety. Courses must be completed within the term of the license being renewed. The provider reports hours; keep your certificate for 1 year.
Deadline rule
Valid for 1 year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually; TDLR sends a reminder about 60 days before expiration.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $45
Late fee
Expired 90 days or less: about $67.50. 91 days to 18 months: about $90.
Reinstatement
18 to 36 months expired: mail application with Request to Executive Director form, about $90. Over 36 months: not renewable.

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
Not published, check with the board
Notes

Journeyman electricians also complete 4 hours of CE each renewal. Licenses expired within 18 months can be renewed online at the increased fee.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the Texas Electrical continuing education page.

How to renew

  1. 1Check your Electrical Contractor (business license) deadline: License is valid for 1 year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually (16 TAC 73.22). Renew online before the anniversary of issue.
  2. 2Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
  3. 3Renew online at https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/App_Online/
  4. 4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $110, but fees change.
  5. 5If you miss the deadline: Expired 90 days or less: about $165. 91 days to 18 months: about $220.
  6. 6Check your Master Electrician deadline: Valid for 1 year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually; TDLR sends a reminder about 60 days before expiration.
  7. 7Complete 4 continuing education hours before renewing. 4 hours of CE for each license cycle from a TDLR-registered provider, covering the National Electrical Code, the Texas Electrician Law (Occupations Code ch. 1305), TDLR electrician rules (16 TAC ch. 73) and NFPA 70E electrical safety. Courses must be completed within the term of the license being renewed. The provider reports hours; keep your certificate for 1 year.
  8. 8Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $45, but fees change.
  9. 9If you miss the deadline: Expired 90 days or less: about $67.50. 91 days to 18 months: about $90.

Texas Electrical renewal questions

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

When does a Texas electrical license expire?

Electrical Contractor (business license): renews every year. License is valid for 1 year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually (16 TAC 73.22). Renew online before the anniversary of issue. Master Electrician: renews every year. Valid for 1 year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually; TDLR sends a reminder about 60 days before expiration. Check with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Texas electrical license need?

Electrical Contractor (business license): no CE required. Master Electrician: 4 hours per renewal. Check with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Texas electrical license?

No grace; late fees apply immediately after expiration. Check with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) before you rely on it.

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

Electrical Contractor (business license): About $110. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Texas electrical license expires?

Expired 90 days or less: about $165. 91 days to 18 months: about $220. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

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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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