Georgia Electrician License Requirements

Official classification: Electrical Contractor License (Class I or Class II) · Issued by the Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors, Division of the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board (GCILB).

⚡ ElectricianGA ✔ Verified 2026-06-22

In Georgia, electricians must hold the Electrical Contractor License (Class I or Class II), issued by the Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors, Division of the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board (GCILB), and no state surety bond is required. Full requirements — experience, exams, fees, insurance, renewal and reciprocity — are detailed below.

How to become a licensed electrician in Georgia

Georgia licenses electricians at the city level rather than statewide, so the path runs through your local permitting office. Here are the general steps — the verified specifics are detailed further down the page.

Start with your city, not the state. Georgia has no statewide electrician license — registration, bonds and insurance are set by each municipality, so confirm the rules with your local permitting office first.
Carry the insurance your city requires. Class II: $500,000 per occurrence (commercial general liability). Class I: Not publicly disclosed by GCILB as a stated minimum.
Post any local bond. No state-level surety bond required by GCILB; local municipalities may impose their own bonding requirements at time of permit
Register and pay the local fees. $110 (submitted via GOALS online portal)
Renew on your city's schedule. Every 2 years (June 30 of even-numbered years).

License types

Class I (Restricted) — Single-phase residential electrical installations on single-family dwellings up to 3 levels and multifamily structures up to 2 levels, not exceeding 400 amperes
Class II (Non-Restricted) — All residential and commercial electrical installations without amperage, voltage, or building-type restriction

Requirements at a glance

Experience required	4 years of documented work experience installing electrical wiring under a licensed electrical contractor. Class II additionally requires documented experience on installations exceeding single-phase, 400-ampere systems. Minimum age 21.
Application fee	$110 (submitted via GOALS online portal)
License fee	Included in application process
Renewal fee	$75 (biennial; due June 30 of even-numbered years); $100 if renewed within 30 days after expiration
Renewal period	Every 2 years (June 30 of even-numbered years)
Continuing education	8 hours per 2-year renewal cycle (4 hours annually); GCILB-approved courses covering NEC updates and Georgia electrical law
Bond required	No state-level surety bond required by GCILB; local municipalities may impose their own bonding requirements at time of permit
Liability insurance	Class II: $500,000 per occurrence (commercial general liability). Class I: Not publicly disclosed by GCILB as a stated minimum.
Property damage	—
Workers' comp	Required under O.C.G.A. §34-9-2 for any business with 3 or more employees.
Background check	Required; applicants must disclose criminal history and provide explanation for any convictions.
Credit requirement	None
Reciprocity	Alabama (trade exam waived for Non-Restricted license holders in good standing); Louisiana (trade exam waived for Non-Restricted license holders in good standing); North Carolina (trade exam waived for Non-Restricted license holders in good standing); South Carolina (trade exam waived for Non-Restricted license holders in good standing); Tennessee (trade exam waived for Non-Restricted license holders in good standing)
Processing time	Applications processed in order of receipt; exam approval letter valid for 1 year after board approval

Exams

Electrical Contractor Trade Examination (Class I: 155 questions; Class II: 162 questions)	Provider: PSI Exams · Passing: 70% · Fee: $288 (PSI-set exam fee; verify current amount on the PSI Georgia electrical bulletin)

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Local / municipal notes

Reciprocity applicants must still pass the Georgia Business & Law exam. All applications submitted through the GOALS online portal; paper applications no longer accepted.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Georgia electrician license cost?

Application: $110 (submitted via GOALS online portal). License: Included in application process. Renewal: $75 (biennial; due June 30 of even-numbered years); $100 if renewed within 30 days after expiration.

Do electricians in Georgia need a surety bond?

No state-level surety bond required by GCILB; local municipalities may impose their own bonding requirements at time of permit

What experience is required for a Georgia electrician license?

4 years of documented work experience installing electrical wiring under a licensed electrical contractor. Class II additionally requires documented experience on installations exceeding single-phase, 400-ampere systems. Minimum age 21.

Is insurance required for electricians in Georgia?

Liability: Class II: $500,000 per occurrence (commercial general liability). Class I: Not publicly disclosed by GCILB as a stated minimum. Workers' compensation: Required under O.C.G.A. §34-9-2 for any business with 3 or more employees.

How often must a Georgia electrician license be renewed?

Every 2 years (June 30 of even-numbered years). Continuing education: 8 hours per 2-year renewal cycle (4 hours annually); GCILB-approved courses covering NEC updates and Georgia electrical law

Fees and rules change frequently (often annually). This page was last verified on 2026-06-22 — always confirm current requirements directly with the Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors, Division of the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board (GCILB) before applying. This is not legal advice.