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Montana plumber license renewal & CE requirements

When to renew, how many continuing-education hours you need, which topics are required, and where to find approved courses. Checked .

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Renewal rules by license

Journeyman Plumber

RenewalAnnual (FY26 window opens July 2, due September 1, 2026 per Board home page). Complete 4 hours board-approved code-related CE during the renewal cycle (ARM 24.180.2102). FY26 on-time renewal fee abated; confirm current dollars each year.Source: boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov · as of · Standard renew $160 in ARM 24.180.401: boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov
CE hours & topics4 hours per year (renewal cycle)
  • Code-related continuing education (Board-approved courses)
Required under ARM 24.180.2102; Board home page reminds licensees of 4 hours CE when renewing.
Source: boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov · as of
Fees
  • Journeyman application: $270
  • Journeyman renewal (standard ARM schedule): $160
  • Out-of-state application: $400
  • Provisional license: $100
Source: boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov · as of · FY26 renewals (due Sep 1, 2026): Board home page states the renewal fee is 100% abated for on-time renewals; late fees still apply. boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov

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FAQ

When do licenses renew?

FY26 renewals open July 2 and are due September 1, 2026 (fee abated on time). Standard ARM renew fee is $160.

How much CE?

4 hours annually of board-approved code-related CE.

Not licensed yet? See How to get a plumber license in Montana.

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