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Alabama General Contractor Licensing

Every general contractor license type Alabama issues, with continuing-education hours, renewal fees, bond requirements and approved courses. Updated for 2026.

1
License types
None
Max CE / cycle
Not required
Bond at some tier
2
CE providers

Informational only — not legal advice, and not an official government resource. Licensing rules change; always confirm against the official board source linked on this page before you renew, apply, or make a business decision. Trade Cert Hub is independent and not affiliated with any state licensing board.

Alabama general contractors licenses at a glance

General Contractor (Commercial)

contractor
CE
None
Fee
$300
Bond
None
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Getting started
How to become a general contractor in Alabama →
Moving states
General Contractor license reciprocity →

CE courses in Alabama

General Contractor continuing-education providers offering courses for Alabama license holders. Confirm a provider is on your board’s approved list before you buy.

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Alabama general contractor licensing — FAQ

How many general contractor license types does Alabama issue?
Alabama issues 1 general contractor license type: General Contractor (Commercial).
Does Alabama require continuing education for general contractors?
Alabama has no confirmed continuing-education requirement for general contractor licenses at the tiers we track (or it is 0 hours). Confirm with the licensing board.
Do Alabama general contractor licenses require a bond?
No state license bond is required for general contractor licenses in Alabama at the tiers we track. Local permits may still require one.
Which IBC edition does Alabama enforce?
Alabama currently enforces the 2021 IBC for general contractor work.

Official source

Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors

Official board site

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

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