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Electrician License Reciprocity Explained: Which States and Provinces Accept Your License

By Dale Morgan · Updated 2026-10-17 · Every fact links to its official source.

Moving for work is common in the electrical trade, and the first worry is usually "will my license still count?" Sometimes the answer is yes, with a simple application. Sometimes it means a new exam. And sometimes there's no agreement at all and you start the process again.

This guide explains the terms you'll run into, then lists what each state and province's official pages say about recognizing out-of-jurisdiction licenses. The explanations are ours. Every reciprocity statement is quoted from a fact our editor verified, with the official link beside it.

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Moving your electrician license1Check foran agreement2Compare licenselevels3Apply to thenew board4Take anyrequired exam5Get licensedlocally
Moving your electrician license. A general outline only; the order and requirements differ by jurisdiction — see the verified facts below.

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Interactive version: electrician reciprocity matrix.

JurisdictionVerified reciprocity statementRequirement page
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Alberta

Here is what the official Alberta pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Alberta electrician license requirements page.

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Arizona

Here is what the official Arizona pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Arizona electrician license requirements page.

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Arkansas

Here is what the official Arkansas pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Arkansas electrician license requirements page.

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British Columbia

Here is what the official British Columbia pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our British Columbia electrician license requirements page.

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Maine

Here is what the official Maine pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Maine electrician license requirements page.

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Maryland

Here is what the official Maryland pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Maryland electrician license requirements page.

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Massachusetts

Here is what the official Massachusetts pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Massachusetts electrician license requirements page.

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Michigan

Here is what the official Michigan pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Michigan electrician license requirements page.

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Nebraska

Here is what the official Nebraska pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Nebraska electrician license requirements page.

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Nevada

Here is what the official Nevada pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Nevada electrician license requirements page.

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New Brunswick

Here is what the official New Brunswick pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our New Brunswick electrician license requirements page.

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New Hampshire

Here is what the official New Hampshire pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our New Hampshire electrician license requirements page.

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New Mexico

Here is what the official New Mexico pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our New Mexico electrician license requirements page.

Reciprocity & endorsement

North Carolina

Here is what the official North Carolina pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our North Carolina electrician license requirements page.

Reciprocity & endorsement

North Dakota

Here is what the official North Dakota pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our North Dakota electrician license requirements page.

Reciprocity & endorsement

Ontario

Here is what the official Ontario pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Ontario electrician license requirements page.

Reciprocity & endorsement

Prince Edward Island

Here is what the official Prince Edward Island pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Prince Edward Island electrician license requirements page.

Reciprocity & endorsement

Wyoming

Here is what the official Wyoming pages we checked actually say. Each point is quoted from our reviewed record with its source; for the full picture, including anything still pending review, see our Wyoming electrician license requirements page.

Reciprocity & endorsement

pin iconIf your state isn't listed

That means we haven't verified a reciprocity statement for it yet, not that none exists. Before you move, contact the board and ask three things: whether it accepts your current license, which exam (if any) you would need to take, and whether experience from your current jurisdiction counts toward its requirements. Get the answer in writing if you can. It will save you time later.

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Does Alberta offer electrician license reciprocity?

Holders of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta may work the full scope of the trade in Alberta. (Individual worker certificate) — source: Tradesecrets - Electrician, verified 2026-10-17

Does Arizona offer electrician license reciprocity?

No direct reciprocity with any state; out-of-state applicants may request a waiver of the trade exam and experience if they held a comparable, exam-based license in the past 5 years. (Contractor license (AZ ROC, C-11 / R-11 / CR-11 Electrical)) — source: Applying for a License | Arizona Registrar of Contractors, verified 2026-10-17

Does Arkansas offer electrician license reciprocity?

Only original licenses from listed states are reciprocated; a reciprocated license cannot be reciprocated again. (Individual worker license (AR Board of Electrical Examiners)) — source: electrical-inspection-and-licensing.pdf, verified 2026-10-17

Does British Columbia offer electrician license reciprocity?

An Interprovincial Red Seal in an STC trade meets BC Skilled Trades Certification requirements. (Individual worker certificate) — source: Skilled Trades Certification (Compulsory Trades) | SkilledTradesBC, verified 2026-10-17

Does Maine offer electrician license reciprocity?

Master Electrician reciprocity: New Hampshire and Vermont. (Individual worker license (ME Electricians’ Examining Board)) — source: me_master_electrician.pdf, verified 2026-10-17

Does Maryland offer electrician license reciprocity?

Maryland offers reciprocal Master and Journeyperson electrician license applications. (Individual worker license (MD State Board of Master Electricians)) — source: Licensing Applications - Maryland State Board of Electricians - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing, verified 2026-10-17

Does Massachusetts offer electrician license reciprocity?

Reciprocity application available for out-of-state electrician licenses. (Individual worker license (MA Board of State Examiners of Electricians)) — source: electricians_licensing.pdf, verified 2026-10-17

Does Michigan offer electrician license reciprocity?

Michigan has no reciprocity with any other state or country. (Individual worker license (MI Bureau of Construction Codes)) — source: mi_bcc_electrical.pdf, verified 2026-10-17