Alaska Contractor License Requirements
verifiedState-Level License RequiredAlaska requires contractor registration for all construction work. Electrical and mechanical trades have separate licensing requirements through specialty boards.
account_balanceLicensing Board
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Board Name
Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing
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phone
Phone
(907) 465-2550
descriptionLicense Types
| Type | Threshold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General Contractor | All work | Contractor registration required for all construction work |
| Electrical | All work | Licensed through Board of Electrical Examiners |
| Mechanical | All work | Plumbing and mechanical work requires certification |
| Specialty Contractor | All work | Specialty trades require separate endorsement |
checklistRequirements
- check_circleContractor registration
- check_circleBusiness license
- check_circleProof of insurance
- check_circleWorkers compensation
- check_circleSurety bond
paymentsFee Schedule
Application
$250
Annual Renewal
$250
Exam Fee
$150
event_repeatRenewal Period
Biennial — December 31 of even years
shieldInsurance Minimums
General Liability
$300,000
Workers Compensation
Required
swap_horizReciprocity
- arrow_forwardNo reciprocity agreements
infoData sourced from state licensing board websites. Requirements change frequently — verify with your state board before applying. Last updated April 2026.