How often do I need to renew my Class B Electrician License in North Dakota?

The Class B Electrician License in North Dakota must be renewed every 12 months.

How much does it cost to renew a Class B Electrician License in North Dakota?

The renewal cost for a Class B Electrician License in North Dakota is $40.00.

North Dakota renewal guide

Class B Electrician License

Q: What happens if my Class B Electrician License expires in North Dakota?

Performing electrical work in North Dakota without a valid NDSEB license is a Class B misdemeanor under NDCC 43-09. The Board may revoke or suspend licenses and impose civil penalties for violations.

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

North Dakota State Electrical Board (NDSEB)

Renewal period

Every 12 months

Renewal fee

$40.00

Bond requirement

Insurance requirement

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 North Dakota State Electrical Board (NDSEB) and pay the $40.00 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.

Detailed notes

The fine print is here.

North Dakota Class B Electrician License

The North Dakota State Electrical Board (NDSEB) issues the Class B Electrician license for individuals performing electrical wiring work in rural farmsteads and residential settings in cities with a population of 2,500 or fewer. This is a distinct license from the journeyman electrician license and is restricted to a specific geographic and construction scope.

What This License Authorizes

Class B Electricians may perform farmstead wiring and residential wiring in one-family or two-family dwellings in municipalities with populations of 2,500 or fewer. This license may be held in contracting status for qualifying rural and small-town work. It does not authorize work in larger cities, multi-family buildings, or commercial and industrial electrical systems.

Examination Requirements

Applicants must pass the NDSEB Class B examination. Applicants must demonstrate 18 months and 3,000 hours of experience specifically in farmstead or residential wiring. Commercial electrical experience does not count toward this requirement.

Fees

Application Fee: Contact NDSEB directly at (701) 328-9522 — application fee is not published online
Annual Renewal Fee: $40
Reinstatement Fee: $40 (equal to annual fee for expired licenses)

Continuing Education

8 hours annually required for renewal
4 hours must cover updates and changes to the National Electrical Code (NEC)
4 hours must cover topics related to the electrical industry, including North Dakota laws, rules, and wiring standards

Renewal Process

Renewal Period: Annually, due by April 30
Renewal Fee: $40
Reinstatement Fee: $40 for expired licenses
Continuing Education: 8 hours must be on file with NDSEB before renewal

Consequences of Operating Without a License

Performing electrical work without a valid NDSEB license is a Class B misdemeanor under NDCC 43-09. The Board may revoke or suspend licenses and impose civil penalties.

*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the North Dakota State Electrical Board.*

Official links

Check the board or agency directly.

Official website Apply online Renew online

Required documents

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proof_of_experience

Source notes

North Dakota State Electrical Board (NDSEB), Qualifications for Licensure . Verified May 2026. https://www.ndseb.com/licensing/qualifications-for-licensure/

Rules move. Check North Dakota State Electrical Board (NDSEB) again before you pay, renew, or schedule work around this requirement.

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