Georgia Contractor License Requirements
verifiedState-Level License RequiredGeorgia requires licensing for all residential construction regardless of project value. Commercial work also requires licensing. Three tiers of general contractor licenses with increasing scope.
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Board Name
Georgia Division of Secretary of State — Licensing Boards
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Phone
(478) 207-2440
descriptionLicense Types
| Type | Threshold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential/General Contractor | All work | Required for residential projects of any value |
| Residential Light Commercial | All work | Residential plus light commercial up to $500,000 |
| General Contractor (Unlimited) | All work | Unlimited scope of work |
| Electrical | All work | Licensed through GA Board of Electricians |
| Plumbing | All work | Licensed through GA Board of Plumbers |
checklistRequirements
- check_circlePass trade exam (PSI)
- check_circleProof of insurance
- check_circleWorkers compensation
- check_circleBackground check
- check_circleFinancial statement
paymentsFee Schedule
Application
$200
Annual Renewal
$100
Exam Fee
$175
event_repeatRenewal Period
Biennial — birth month of even/odd years
shieldInsurance Minimums
General Liability
$300,000
Workers Compensation
Required if 3+ employees
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.