How often do I need to renew my Journeyman Plumber License in Montana?

The Journeyman Plumber License in Montana must be renewed every 12 months.

How much does it cost to renew a Journeyman Plumber License in Montana?

The renewal cost for a Journeyman Plumber License in Montana is $270.00.

What happens if my Journeyman Plumber License expires in Montana?

Performing plumbing work without a valid license in Montana is a misdemeanor, punishable by a minimum fine of $250 (maximum $1,000) and potential incarceration ranging from 90 days to one year. After the 45-day late renewal window, the license expires and the licensee is considered to be practicing without a license.

Montana 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.

Start here

What matters before you file.

Check the fee, the renewal window, and the documents or insurance records that can slow approval down.

Issuing authority

Montana Board of Plumbers

Renewal period

Every 12 months

Renewal fee

$270.00

Late penalty

$270.00

Bond requirement

Insurance requirement

Continuing education

4 hours

Before you renew

Get the filing straight.

1
Finish the CE first

Complete the 4 required hours before you start the renewal.
2
File with the board

File through Montana Board of Plumbers and pay the $270.00 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 $270.00, with a 45-day grace period.

Detailed notes

The fine print is here.

Montana Journeyman Plumber License

The Montana Board of Plumbers issues the Journeyman Plumber license, authorizing holders to install, alter, and repair plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings throughout Montana.

What This License Authorizes

Journeyman Plumbers may perform plumbing installation, alteration, and repair work under the supervision of a Master Plumber or independently, depending on the scope of work and local requirements.

Requirements

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program (typically 4 years)
Must pass the Journeyman Plumber examination
Application Fee: $100 application fee + $170 license fee ($270 total)

Continuing Education

4 hours of Board-approved continuing education required annually
Must be code-related content
Retain completion certificates for a minimum of 3 years
Newly licensed plumbers are exempt from CE for their first renewal

Renewal Process

Renewal Period: Annual (expires September 1)
Renewal Fee: $270
Late Renewal Fee: $540 (double the renewal fee, postmarked after September 1)
Late Grace Period: 45 days after September 1
After the 45-day grace period, the license expires and the licensee must reapply

Consequences of Operating Without a License

Performing plumbing work without a valid license in Montana is a misdemeanor, with a minimum fine of $250 and maximum of $1,000. Offenders may face incarceration from 90 days to one year.

*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Montana Board of Plumbers.*

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