Utah Pest Control License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (incl. structural pest control categories) (Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) - Pesticide Program) renews every 3 years, has a renewal fee of about $100 and requires 24 hours of continuing education. The Commercial Pesticide Business License (pest control firm) (Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) - Pesticide Program) renews every 3 years and has a renewal fee of about $125. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount.

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Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (incl. structural pest control categories)

Commercial Applicator · State license · Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) - Pesticide Program

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Renew on the official site 801-982-2300

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 24 hours
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Recertify before expiration by either (i) retaking the core and category tests (minimum 70% each) or (ii) earning 24 CEU credits in the license period: at least 2 law, 6 safety, 10 pesticide use, and 6 more from any of those three. The qualifying party of a business must complete the commercial pesticide business test every 3 years (R68-7-11(10)).
Deadline rule: Expires December 31 of the third calendar year following issuance; recertify by CE credits or retesting before expiration.

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Grace period: None stated; recertify before the license expires on December 31 of the third calendar year after licensure.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A $25 late fee has been charged by UDAF on commercial applicator renewals completed after December 31 (older UDAF guidance); the FY2027 UDAF fee schedule lists no pesticide late fee, so confirm the current late fee and late renewal window with UDAF at (801) 982-2300.
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The rule does not provide a lapse/grace procedure; an expired license requires re-licensing (retake the core and category tests, minimum 70%). Confirm with UDAF.

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: UDAF publishes a pesticide reciprocity guide; contact the UDAF Pesticide Program at (801) 982-2300 for terms.

Notes

UDAF FY2027 fee schedule (effective July 1, 2026) lists the triennial commercial applicator certification and license at $100; UDAF updates the schedule each July 1. Adding a category costs $25 per occurrence. Pesticide program phone (801) 982-2300.

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Commercial Pesticide Business License (pest control firm)

Commercial Pesticide Business · State license · Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) - Pesticide Program

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Renew on the official site 801-982-2300

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Expires December 31 of the third calendar year following issuance; qualifying party must retake the commercial pesticide business test every 3 years.

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Grace period: None stated; licenses expire December 31 of the third calendar year and must be renewed or recertified before expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $125
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A $25 late fee has been charged by UDAF on commercial applicator renewals completed after December 31 (older UDAF guidance); the FY2027 UDAF fee schedule lists no pesticide late fee, so confirm the current late fee and late renewal window with UDAF at (801) 982-2300.

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: UDAF publishes a pesticide reciprocity guide; contact the UDAF Pesticide Program at (801) 982-2300 for terms.

Notes

UDAF FY2027 fee schedule (effective July 1, 2026) lists the commercial pesticide business license at $125; UDAF updates the schedule each July 1. A business license is required for each commercial pesticide business location (not for storage-only locations). The license expires December 31 of the third calendar year after issuance. UDAF guidance and rule R68-7-11 still require a qualifying party to complete the business test every 3 years, although the 2026 text of Utah Code 4-14-111 no longer mentions a qualifying party; confirm with UDAF. Pesticide program phone (801) 982-2300.

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

How to renew

1Check your Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (incl. structural pest control categories) deadline: Expires December 31 of the third calendar year following issuance; recertify by CE credits or retesting before expiration.
2Complete 24 continuing education hours before renewing. Recertify before expiration by either (i) retaking the core and category tests (minimum 70% each) or (ii) earning 24 CEU credits in the license period: at least 2 law, 6 safety, 10 pesticide use, and 6 more from any of those three. The qualifying party of a business must complete the commercial pesticide business test every 3 years (R68-7-11(10)).
3Renew online at https://agbusiness.utah.gov/s/
4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $100, but fees change.
5If you miss the deadline: A $25 late fee has been charged by UDAF on commercial applicator renewals completed after December 31 (older UDAF guidance); the FY2027 UDAF fee schedule lists no pesticide late fee, so confirm the current late fee and late renewal window with UDAF at (801) 982-2300.
6Check your Commercial Pesticide Business License (pest control firm) deadline: Expires December 31 of the third calendar year following issuance; qualifying party must retake the commercial pesticide business test every 3 years.
7Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $125, but fees change.

Utah Pest control renewal questions

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

When does a Utah pest control license expire?

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (incl. structural pest control categories): renews every 3 years. Expires December 31 of the third calendar year following issuance; recertify by CE credits or retesting before expiration. Commercial Pesticide Business License (pest control firm): renews every 3 years. Expires December 31 of the third calendar year following issuance; qualifying party must retake the commercial pesticide business test every 3 years. Check with Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) - Pesticide Program before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Utah pest control license need?

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (incl. structural pest control categories): 24 hours per renewal. Commercial Pesticide Business License (pest control firm): no CE required. Check with Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) - Pesticide Program before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Utah pest control license?

None stated; recertify before the license expires on December 31 of the third calendar year after licensure. Check with Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) - Pesticide Program before you rely on it.

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

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (incl. structural pest control categories): About $100. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Utah pest control license expires?

A $25 late fee has been charged by UDAF on commercial applicator renewals completed after December 31 (older UDAF guidance); the FY2027 UDAF fee schedule lists no pesticide late fee, so confirm the current late fee and late renewal window with UDAF at (801) 982-2300. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Utah accept pest control licenses from other states?

UDAF publishes a pesticide reciprocity guide; contact the UDAF Pesticide Program at (801) 982-2300 for terms. Check with Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) - Pesticide Program before you rely on it.

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