Mississippi Contractor License Renewal Rules (2026)

Electrical3 license types

Commercial Electrical contractor (Certificate of Responsibility)

Electrical (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.

Notes

Electrical (major) covers all electrical work; electrical specialties include alarm/access systems, low-voltage communications, traffic control, transmission & distribution lines. Required for commercial work over $50,000; local city/county electrical contractor/competency licensing may also apply. 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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Journeyman / Master Electrician (individual)

Local / county license · Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC)

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

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

Renewal cycle: Not published, check with the board
Continuing education: Set by your city or county
Deadline rule: Set by the issuing city or county (commonly annual).

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Grace period: Not published, check with the board

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: Check the official site for the fee.
Late fee: Set by each city or county.
Reinstatement: Set by each city or county.

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

Notes

Mississippi has no state-issued journeyman or master electrical license; individual licenses are issued by cities and counties, with their own exams, fees, renewal dates and continuing education. Example: the City of Southaven licenses apprentice ($20), journeyman ($50) and master ($100) electrical license holders and requires a $10,000 city surety bond, certificate of liability insurance and the active MSBOC contractor license for contractor applicants (Southaven Building Department, [email protected]). The company-level state license is tracked in the commercial/residential electrical entries. Confirm with the building department of each city or county where work is performed.

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Residential Electrical

Residential Electrical · 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.

Notes

Limited to residential electrical work only. 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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General contractor2 license types

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.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

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.

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
Show CE rules
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.

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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HVAC2 license types

Commercial HVAC / Mechanical contractor (Certificate of Responsibility)

Mechanical (major) / HVAC, Refrigeration · 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.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

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.

Notes

MSBOC classification 'Mechanical' (major) covers heating, cooling, refrigeration, ductwork, boilers, piping and plumbing; specialty 'Heat, Ventilation, A/C - HVAC', 'Refrigeration', 'Ductwork' require trade tests. HVAC contractors must hold state license for commercial jobs over $50,000; smaller jobs fall to local requirements. 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 HVAC / Residential Mechanical

Residential HVAC; Residential Mechanical · 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
Show CE rules
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.

Notes

Residential HVAC license limited to residential HVAC work; Residential Mechanical covers residential HVAC and plumbing (both tests required). Subcontractors performing residential electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or plumbing work on residential projects are required to be licensed by MSBOC (FAQ). 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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Pest control4 license types

Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator

Commercial Applicator (cat. 7A etc.) · State license · Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) - Bureau of Plant Industry, Regulation of Professional Services

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Renew on the official site 662-325-3390 (Bureau of Plant Industry); Professional Services Licensing 662-325-8134

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 5 hours
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Recertify every 3 years: attend a Bureau-approved training course within the 12 months before expiration, or pass the Bureau exam. In-person recertification (about 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.) covers all 14 categories with no exam. Online recertification requires at least 5 credits in your certification category (5 total regardless of how many categories you hold), completed within the last 12 months of the 3-year cycle, then the recertification fee is paid online.
Deadline rule: Certification is valid 36 months from the date of issuance (renews on the certification anniversary). Complete the approved training within the 12 months before expiration.

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Grace period: None stated; training must be completed within the 12 months before expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: No late fee is published.
Reinstatement: If not recertified in time, the certification expires and the exams must be retaken (computer-based exam fee about $55 each).

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

Notes

The $150 recertification fee is paid online after completing online recertification training (MSU Extension); the MDAC page does not list the fee. Exam fee is $55 per exam via Metro Institute. Category 7 covers industrial, institutional and structural pest control (7A, 7B, 7C). Contact the Bureau of Plant Industry 662-325-3390.

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Pest Control Company License (principal / branch office)

Company License (WDIL, GRCL, FUML, etc.) · State license · Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) - Bureau of Plant Industry, Regulation of Professional Services

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Renew on the official site 662-325-3390 (Bureau of Plant Industry); Professional Services Licensing 662-325-8134

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

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Company licenses expire 3 years from the date of issuance. Submit the completed renewal application (with current bond and insurance certificates) before the expiration date; the license is invalid if the bond or insurance expires first.

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Grace period: No grace period stated; renew before expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $0
Late fee: No late fee is published. State law provides that no fee is charged for the license (Miss. Code 69-19-9).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
The license becomes invalid on expiration of the required bond or insurance, and expires 3 years after issue. Operating without a valid license can bring civil penalties of up to about $5,000. Reinstatement terms are not published; contact the Bureau.

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: Required: $5,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Insurance: Pest (insect, rodent, plant disease) control categories: surety bond of at least $5,000 (weed control only: $2,500; combined pest and weed: $5,000) AND general liability insurance of at least $100,000 per occurrence with $200,000 minimum annual aggregate, covering pollution/contamination, property damage, personal injury and errors & omissions. Wood destroying insect (WDI) companies need E&O coverage on MS Official WDI Reports and damages caused by structural pests. Bond and insurance expire together; license invalid if either lapses. Weed-only companies need no insurance.

Notes

No license fee is charged for the company license (Miss. Code 69-19-9: "No fee shall be required for the license"). Surety bond: $5,000 for pest control or combined pest and weed work, $2,500 for weed-only; general liability $100,000 per occurrence / $200,000 aggregate with pollution, property damage, personal injury and errors and omissions. Wood destroying insect (WDI) companies also need E&O on Mississippi Official WDI Reports and structural-pest damage. Bond and insurance must share one expiration date. A company must always employ at least one primary Operator License holder (90 days to replace). Contact the Bureau of Plant Industry 662-325-3390 ([email protected]), P.O. Box 5207, Mississippi State, MS 39762.

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Pest Control Operator License (qualifying individual) / Permit

Operator License; Permit · State license · Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) - Bureau of Plant Industry, Regulation of Professional Services

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Renew on the official site 662-325-3390 (Bureau of Plant Industry); Professional Services Licensing 662-325-8134

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

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: Required, but the hours are not published. Check with the board
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To renew every 36 months, show on the Bureau renewal form that within the 12 months before expiration you attended a Bureau-approved training course or retook and passed the exam. No hour count is published for professional-services license renewal. All licensed pest control operators must also hold a Certified Commercial Applicator certification. Operator license holders must be employed by a licensed company (one primary Operator per company).
Deadline rule: Operator Licenses and Permits expire 36 months from date of issuance; renewal request must be submitted on the Bureau form with proof of training/exam within the 12 months preceding expiration.

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Grace period: None. The license must be renewed before the 36-month expiration; it is the holder's responsibility to know the date.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $0
Late fee: No late fee is published; no fee is charged for the operator license or permit.
Reinstatement: After expiration the operator must retake and pass the Bureau exams (computer-based exams cost about $55 each).

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

Notes

No fee to apply for or hold an Operator License or Permit (Miss. Code 69-19-9); only the $55 per-exam computer-based testing fee (paid to Metro Institute) applies. Categories include WDIL (wood destroying insects), GRCL (general pest and rodent), FUML (fumigation), MBFL (mosquito), plus weed categories. Requires 4 years of experience with a licensed operator within 6 years (WDI/GRC/FUM) or equivalent education. Contact the Bureau of Plant Industry 662-325-3390 ([email protected]), P.O. Box 5207, Mississippi State, MS 39762.

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Registered Technician Identification (RTID)

RTID (WDI, GRC, FUM) · State license · Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) - Bureau of Plant Industry, Regulation of Professional Services

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Renew on the official site 662-325-3390 (Bureau of Plant Industry); Professional Services Licensing 662-325-8134

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

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: Required, but the hours are not published. Check with the board
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Initial: classroom training (general plus category) and on-the-job training per category before issue. Renewal every 36 months: renewal form showing attendance at a Bureau-approved training course within the 12 months before expiration. WDIL, GRCL and FUML RTIDs only. No hour count is published for renewal.
Deadline rule: RTIDs in WDIL, GRCL and FUML categories expire 36 months from issuance; renewal form must show attendance at a Bureau-approved training course within the 12 months before expiration.

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Grace period: None stated; renewal must show training within the 12 months before expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $0
Late fee: No fee or late fee is published for the RTID.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
An RTID is returned to the Bureau when employment ends; a new RTID is issued for a new company only after the previous one is returned. Reinstatement after expiration is not published.

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

Notes

Required for employees working without direct on-site supervision or soliciting pesticide work. Contact Bureau of Plant Industry 662-325-3390 ([email protected]), P.O. Box 5207, Mississippi State, MS 39762. Complaints 662-325-8789.

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Plumbing3 license types

Commercial Plumbing contractor (Certificate of Responsibility)

Plumbing (specialty) / Mechanical (major · State license · Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC)

Remind me before this expires

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.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

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.

Notes

Specialty 'Plumbing' (test required) covers commercial and residential plumbing, excluding fuel gas and boiler systems; boilers are a separate classification. Required for commercial jobs over $50,000; local plumbing licensing may also apply. 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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Journeyman / Master Plumber (individual)

Local / county license · Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC)

Remind me before this expires

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

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

Renewal cycle: Not published, check with the board
Continuing education: Set by your city or county
Deadline rule: Set by the issuing city or county (commonly annual).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Not published, check with the board

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: Check the official site for the fee.
Late fee: Set by each city or county.
Reinstatement: Set by each city or county.

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

Notes

Mississippi has no state-issued journeyman or master plumbing license; individual licenses are issued by cities and counties, with their own exams, fees, renewal dates and continuing education. Example: the City of Southaven licenses apprentice ($20), journeyman ($50) and master ($100) plumbing license holders and requires a $10,000 city surety bond, certificate of liability insurance and the active MSBOC contractor license for contractor applicants (Southaven Building Department, [email protected]). The company-level state license is tracked in the commercial/residential plumbing entries. Confirm with the building department of each city or county where work is performed.

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Residential Plumbing

Residential Plumbing; Residential Mechan · State license · Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC)

Remind me before this expires

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

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 2 hours
Show CE rules
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.

Notes

Limited to residential plumbing work only. 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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Roofing2 license types

Commercial Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding contractor

Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding (special · 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.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

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.

Notes

Specialty classification (test required) covering roofing, sheet metal and siding on commercial jobs over $50,000. Net worth required for specialty classification: $20,000. 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 Roofer

Residential Roofer · State license · Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC)

Remind me before this expires

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.

Notes

Limited to residential roofing work only. Residential Builder/Remodeler licenses may include roofing within stated limits. 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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Mississippi contractor license renewal rules

Renewal guides by trade

Continuing education by trade

Electrical3 license types

Commercial Electrical contractor (Certificate of Responsibility)

Journeyman / Master Electrician (individual)

Residential Electrical

General contractor2 license types

Commercial Building Construction contractor (Certificate of Responsibility)

Residential Builder / Residential Remodeler

HVAC2 license types

Commercial HVAC / Mechanical contractor (Certificate of Responsibility)

Residential HVAC / Residential Mechanical

Pest control4 license types

Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator

Pest Control Company License (principal / branch office)

Pest Control Operator License (qualifying individual) / Permit

Registered Technician Identification (RTID)

Plumbing3 license types

Commercial Plumbing contractor (Certificate of Responsibility)

Journeyman / Master Plumber (individual)

Residential Plumbing

Roofing2 license types

Commercial Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding contractor

Residential Roofer

Licensing boards

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