ClearLicensed renewal checklist

New Mexico contractor license renewal checklist

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Informational: verify with the issuing board. Fees are approximate and rules change. One block per license type: tick each line as you go.

HVAC

Journeyman refrigeration (JR)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the certificate was issued, every 3 years. Renew before the last working day before expiration; submit a separate renewal application for each classification, with proof of continuing education.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: 16 hours
Renewal fee: About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Expired certificates are suspended. Late renewal within 6 months of expiration: CID/PSI publishes a $25 late fee; State law (NMSA 60-13-39(C)) allows a late fee up to twice the renewal fee (about $150), so budget for the higher amount if billed.
Grace period: No grace period: the certificate is suspended the day after expiration. It can still be renewed without re-examination within 6 months after expiration.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Journeyman sheet metal (JSM)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the certificate was issued, every 3 years. Renew before the last working day before expiration; submit a separate renewal application for each classification, with proof of continuing education.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: 16 hours
Renewal fee: About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Expired certificates are suspended. Late renewal within 6 months of expiration: CID/PSI publishes a $25 late fee; State law (NMSA 60-13-39(C)) allows a late fee up to twice the renewal fee (about $150), so budget for the higher amount if billed.
Grace period: No grace period: the certificate is suspended the day after expiration. It can still be renewed without re-examination within 6 months after expiration.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Mechanical - HVAC contractor (MM-3)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Mechanical contractor (MM-1 to MM-4 + specialties) (MM-98)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $300. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $300, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Electrical

Journeyman electrician (res. and comm.) (EE-98J)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the certificate was issued, every 3 years. Renew before the last working day before expiration; submit a separate renewal application for each classification, with proof of continuing education.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: 16 hours
Renewal fee: About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Expired certificates are suspended. Late renewal within 6 months of expiration: CID/PSI publishes a $25 late fee; State law (NMSA 60-13-39(C)) allows a late fee up to twice the renewal fee (about $150), so budget for the higher amount if billed.
Grace period: No grace period: the certificate is suspended the day after expiration. It can still be renewed without re-examination within 6 months after expiration.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Journeyman residential electrician (ER-1J)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the certificate was issued, every 3 years. Renew before the last working day before expiration; submit a separate renewal application for each classification, with proof of continuing education.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Expired certificates are suspended. Late renewal within 6 months of expiration: CID/PSI publishes a $25 late fee; State law (NMSA 60-13-39(C)) allows a late fee up to twice the renewal fee (about $150), so budget for the higher amount if billed.
Grace period: No grace period: the certificate is suspended the day after expiration. It can still be renewed without re-examination within 6 months after expiration.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Residential and commercial electrical contractor (EE-98)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $300. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $300, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Residential electrical contractor (1-2 family dwellings) (ER-1)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Plumbing

Journeyman plumber (JP)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the certificate was issued, every 3 years. Renew before the last working day before expiration; submit a separate renewal application for each classification, with proof of continuing education.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: 16 hours
Renewal fee: About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Expired certificates are suspended. Late renewal within 6 months of expiration: CID/PSI publishes a $25 late fee; State law (NMSA 60-13-39(C)) allows a late fee up to twice the renewal fee (about $150), so budget for the higher amount if billed.
Grace period: No grace period: the certificate is suspended the day after expiration. It can still be renewed without re-examination within 6 months after expiration.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Journeyman plumber and gas fitter (JPG)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the certificate was issued, every 3 years. Renew before the last working day before expiration; submit a separate renewal application for each classification, with proof of continuing education.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: 16 hours
Renewal fee: About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Expired certificates are suspended. Late renewal within 6 months of expiration: CID/PSI publishes a $25 late fee; State law (NMSA 60-13-39(C)) allows a late fee up to twice the renewal fee (about $150), so budget for the higher amount if billed.
Grace period: No grace period: the certificate is suspended the day after expiration. It can still be renewed without re-examination within 6 months after expiration.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Mechanical contractor (includes plumbing) (MM-98)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $300. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $300, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Plumbing contractor (MM-1)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Roofing

Roofing contractor (roof systems, waterproofing, related sheet metal) (GS-21)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Pest control

Commercial pesticide applicator (structural pest control, categories 7A-7D) (Commercial Applicator)

State license · New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program

Deadline: Jan 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: 4 hours
Renewal fee: About $100. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
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)).
Grace period: 30 days after expiration to renew without re-testing (with the doubled fee).
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.
Official link: https://nmdeptag.nmsu.edu/pesticides/nm-pesticide-licensing.html
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 4 hours of continuing education
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $100, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Operator / technician (Operator)

State license · New Mexico Department of Agriculture - Pesticide Program

Deadline: Jan 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Required, but the hours are not published. Check with the board
Renewal fee: About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
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)).
Grace period: 30 days after expiration to renew without re-testing (with the doubled fee).
Insurance: Employer must hold the commercial license with financial responsibility; no separate insurance for operators found.
Official link: https://nmdeptag.nmsu.edu/pesticides/nm-pesticide-licensing.html
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence medium

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for the required continuing education (hours not published, check with the board)
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

General contractor

Asphalt, bitumen and concrete contractor (GA-98)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $300. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $300, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

General Building contractor (residential and commercial) (GB-98)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $300. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $300, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Residential General Building contractor (up to 4 units) (GB-2)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline: Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $300. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period: No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance: Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link: https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $300, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline