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New Mexico Electrical Contractor (EE-98)

A New Mexico Electrical Contractor (EE-98) requires 16 continuing-education hours every 3 years, a $50 state renewal fee, and a $10,000 license bond. New Mexico currently enforces the 2020 NEC. Requirements, approved courses, bond and renewal steps for 2026.

At a glance NM · NEC
CE hours
16 / 3-yr
Renewal fee
$50
Bond
$10,000
Code
2020 NEC

Source: NM CID · compiled 2026-05-23

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The New Mexico electrician path

  1. journeyman 4 yrs exp.
  2. contractor 4 yrs exp.

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Continuing education

Hours required
16
Renewal cycle
3 yr
Provider approval
Required
Subject breakdown
  • Code change instruction: 8 hours
  • Other industry-related: 8 hours
Carry-over of excess hours: Not allowed

CE courses for New Mexico electrical contractor (ee-98)s

Electrician continuing-education providers offering courses for New Mexico. Confirm a provider appears on NM CID’s approved-provider list before you buy.

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Bond & insurance

Contractor bond
$10,000

Bond required. Annual premiums typically run $100–$2,000 depending on credit and bond amount.

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Insurance
WC required

Workers’ compensation insurance is required.

These limits often apply to the licensed contractor/business, not an individual contractor working as an employee — confirm which applies to your situation with NM CID.

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Reciprocity

New Mexico 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. 1

    Check your renewal deadline

    Log in to the NM CID portal and confirm your expiration date and license number before doing anything else.

  2. 2

    Complete continuing education

    Complete your 16 required CE hours every 3 years with a board-approved provider (provider approval is required in this state). Keep your completion certificates.

  3. 3

    Gather bond & insurance proof

    Have current proof of your license bond and workers’ compensation coverage ready to upload.

  4. 4

    Submit and pay

    Submit the renewal through the NM CID portal and pay the $50 fee. Renewing online is faster than mailing a paper form.

  5. 5

    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

How many CE hours do I need for New Mexico Electrical Contractor (EE-98) renewal?
16 hours every 3 years. Subjects: Code change instruction: 8 hours; Other industry-related: 8 hours.
What does New Mexico Electrical Contractor (EE-98) renewal cost?
The state filing fee is $50. Approved CE courses are an additional cost that varies by provider (commonly around $15–$100).
Does New Mexico accept reciprocity for this license?
New Mexico does not publish reciprocity for this license. Out-of-state holders typically apply for endorsement and may sit for an exam.
Which code is New Mexico currently enforcing?
New Mexico is currently on the 2020 NEC. Make sure your CE courses cover the current code year.
Does New Mexico require a bond for this license?
Yes. New Mexico requires a $10,000 license bond at this tier. Annual premiums typically run a few percent of the bond amount depending on your credit.

Don’t lose your license to a missed deadline

New Mexico Electrical Contractor (EE-98)s renew every 3 years. Set a reminder so you have time to finish your 16 CE hours before you’re due.

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