Montana Master Electrician
A Montana Master Electrician requires 16 continuing-education hours every 2 years, a $200 state renewal fee, and no state license bond. Montana currently enforces the 2023 NEC. Requirements, approved courses, bond and renewal steps for 2026.
Source: MT Electrical Board · compiled 2026-05-23
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Continuing education
- NEC updates: 8 hours minimum
- Other electrical industry topics: up to 8 hours
CE courses for Montana master electricians
Electrician continuing-education providers offering courses for Montana. Confirm a provider appears on MT Electrical Board’s approved-provider list before you buy.
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Bond & insurance
No state license bond required at this tier. Local permits may still require one.
No statewide insurance minimum confirmed for this tier.
Reciprocity
Montana does not publish direct reciprocity for this license. Out-of-state holders typically apply for endorsement and may need to pass the state exam. The reciprocity map shows which states do honor each other.
How to renew, step by step
- 1
Check your renewal deadline
Log in to the MT Electrical Board portal and confirm your expiration date and license number before doing anything else.
- 2
Complete continuing education
Complete your 16 required CE hours every 2 years with a board-approved provider (provider approval is required in this state). Keep your completion certificates.
- 3
Submit and pay
Submit the renewal through the MT Electrical Board portal and pay the $200 fee. Renewing online is faster than mailing a paper form.
- 4
Save your confirmation
Download the confirmation and your updated license. If you missed the deadline, look for the late/reinstatement path rather than re-applying from scratch.
Frequently asked questions
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Montana Master Electricians renew every 2 years. Set a reminder so you have time to finish your 16 CE hours before you’re due.
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