NEC 2020

New Mexico Electrician Licensing

New Mexico licenses electricians across 2 tiers. Compare CE hours, renewal fees and bond requirements below, then open the tier that matches you. Updated for 2026.

At a glance NM · NEC

License tiers

Max CE / cycle

16 hrs

Renewal cycle

3 yrs

Bond

Some tiers

Source: NM CID · compiled 2026-05-23

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Compare the 2 New Mexico electrician license tiers

CE, fees and bond rise with the tier. Open the one that matches where you are.

Journeyman Electrician (EE-98J)

journeyman

For working under a licensed contractor

CE: 16 hr/3yr
Fee: -
Bond: None ✓

Full requirements

Electrical Contractor (EE-98)

contractor

For running your own business (contractor license)

CE: 16 hr/3yr
Fee: $50
Bond: $10,000

Full requirements

Getting started

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CE courses in New Mexico

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New Mexico electrician licensing FAQ

How many electrician license types does New Mexico issue?

New Mexico issues 2 electrician license types: Journeyman Electrician (EE-98J), Electrical Contractor (EE-98).

Does New Mexico require continuing education for electricians?

Yes, at least one electrician tier in New Mexico requires continuing education, up to 16 hours per renewal cycle. The exact requirement varies by license tier; see each license page.

Do New Mexico electrician licenses require a bond?

At least one electrician license tier in New Mexico requires a license bond. Check the specific license page for the bond amount, then estimate the premium with our bond cost estimator.

Which NEC edition does New Mexico enforce?

New Mexico currently enforces the 2020 NEC for electrician work.

Official source

New Mexico Construction Industries Division

Official board site

Data compiled 2026-05-23. Confirm current figures with the board.

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