Georgia renewal guide
Journeyman Plumber License
If this license is up for renewal, this page gives you the fee, the timeline, and the items that usually hold the filing up.
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What matters before you file.
Check the fee, the renewal window, and the documents or insurance records that can slow approval down.
Issuing authority
Renewal period
Every 24 months
Renewal fee
$35.00
Late penalty
$50.00
Bond requirement
No
Insurance requirement
No
Continuing education
8 hours
Before you renew
Get the filing straight.
- 1
Finish the CE first
Complete the 8 required hours before you start the renewal.
- 2
File with the board
File through Georgia Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers and pay the $35.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
Renew online - 3
Leave room for processing
Typical processing time is 30 days, so do not wait until the last minute.
If you miss the deadline, the late penalty is $50.00, with a 31-day grace period.
Detailed notes
The fine print is here.
Georgia Journeyman Plumber License
The Journeyman Plumber license is issued by the Georgia Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers. This license allows plumbers to perform work under the supervision of a Master Plumber.
Requirements
- Experience: Completion of a plumbing apprenticeship or equivalent experience
- Examination: Must pass the Journeyman Plumber examination
- Supervision: Must work under a licensed Master Plumber
Renewal Information
- Renewal Period: Every 2 years (by November 30 of even-numbered years)
- Renewal Fee: $35
- Late Penalty: $50 for late renewal
- Continuing Education: 4 hours per year (8 total per renewal cycle)
- Application Fee: $110
Scope of Work
Journeyman Plumbers can:
- Perform plumbing installation and repair work
- Work on residential and commercial plumbing systems
- Must operate under the direction of a Master Plumber
- Cannot independently contract for plumbing work
Career Path
After gaining sufficient experience as a Journeyman, plumbers can take the Master Plumber exam to advance their career and gain the ability to independently contract for plumbing work.
*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Georgia Secretary of State.*
Official links
Check the board or agency directly.
Required documents
- Examination Results
- Experience Documentation
- Background Check
Rules move. Check Georgia Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers again before you pay, renew, or schedule work around this requirement.
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