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Maryland electrician license renewal & CE requirements

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Renewal rules by license

Journeyperson Electrician

RenewalEvery 2 years. Valid 2 years from the date issued (staggered). The Board mails renewal instructions about 60 days before; call 410-230-6231 if you do not get one. $18.50 to renew. Reinstatement: $28 up to 30 days late, $63 at 31–60 days, $126 after 60 days.Source: labor.maryland.gov · as of · Fees: labor.maryland.gov
CE hours & topics5 hours per 2-year renewal
  • Courses based on the NEC (or local amendments) or another NFPA code or standard related to electrical services
Completed during the prior license term, within the 24 months before renewal. Hours from earlier terms do not count.
Source: regs.maryland.gov · as of · Topics: regs.maryland.gov
Fees
  • Exam (paid to PSI): $65
  • Original license: $18.50
  • Apprentice license (first step): $12
Source: labor.maryland.gov · as of · COMAR 09.09.01.03, fees effective July 1, 2025. Exam fee: labor.maryland.gov

Master Electrician

RenewalEvery 2 years. Valid 2 years from the date issued (staggered). $31.50 to renew a master license; uninsured status renewal is $63.Source: labor.maryland.gov · as of · Term: labor.maryland.gov
CE hours & topics10 hours per 2-year renewal
  • Courses based on the NEC (or local amendments) or another NFPA code or standard related to electrical services
Applies to master, qualified agent and uninsured master licenses, completed within the 24 months before renewal.
Source: regs.maryland.gov · as of · Topics: regs.maryland.gov
Fees
  • Exam (paid to PSI): $65
  • Original license (Master or Qualified Agent): $25
  • Uninsured Master Electrician: $63
Source: labor.maryland.gov · as of · Exam fee: labor.maryland.gov

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FAQ

How often do you renew a Maryland electrician license?

A Maryland electrician license is valid for 2 years from the date it was issued. Renewal costs $18.50 for a journeyperson and $31.50 for a master.

How many CE hours does a Maryland electrician need?

A journeyperson needs 5 hours and a master needs 10 hours of qualifying CE in the 24 months before renewal, on NEC or other NFPA electrical topics.

What happens if you renew a Maryland electrician license late?

Reinstatement costs $28 up to 30 days after expiration, $63 from 31 to 60 days and $126 after 60 days.

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