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Pennsylvania Electrician License

A Pennsylvania Electrical Contractor (Philadelphia) requires 10 continuing-education hours every 2 years, a $250 state renewal fee, and a license bond. Pennsylvania currently enforces the 2017 NEC. Requirements, approved courses, bond and renewal steps for 2026.

At a glance PA · NEC
CE hours
10 / 2-yr
Renewal fee
$250
Bond
Required
Code
2017 NEC

Source: Philadelphia L&I · compiled 2026-05-23

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Municipal-level licensing

Pennsylvania does not issue a state-wide license for this trade. Licensing is handled at the city/county level. Major jurisdictions include: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Erie, Reading, Scranton.

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Continuing education

Hours required
10
Renewal cycle
2 yr
Provider approval
Required
Subject breakdown
  • NEC-related: 5 hours
Carry-over of excess hours: Not allowed

CE courses for Pennsylvania electrical contractor (philadelphia)s

Electrician continuing-education providers offering courses for Pennsylvania. Confirm a provider appears on Philadelphia L&I’s approved-provider list before you buy.

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Bond & insurance

Contractor bond
$0

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

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Insurance
$500,000

General-liability minimum. 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 Philadelphia L&I.

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Reciprocity

Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia L&I portal and confirm your expiration date and license number before doing anything else.

  2. 2

    Complete continuing education

    Complete your 10 required CE hours every 2 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 general-liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage ready to upload.

  4. 4

    Submit and pay

    Submit the renewal through the Philadelphia L&I portal and pay the $250 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 Pennsylvania Electrical Contractor (Philadelphia) renewal?
10 hours every 2 years. Subjects: NEC-related: 5 hours.
What does Pennsylvania Electrical Contractor (Philadelphia) renewal cost?
The state filing fee is $250. Approved CE courses are an additional cost that varies by provider (commonly around $15–$100).
Does Pennsylvania accept reciprocity for this license?
Pennsylvania does not publish reciprocity for this license. Out-of-state holders typically apply for endorsement and may sit for an exam.
Which code is Pennsylvania currently enforcing?
Pennsylvania is currently on the 2017 NEC. Make sure your CE courses cover the current code year.
Does Pennsylvania require a bond for this license?
Yes. Pennsylvania requires a 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

Pennsylvania Electrical Contractor (Philadelphia)s renew every 2 years. Set a reminder so you have time to finish your 10 CE hours before you’re due.

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