New Mexico Contractor License Requirements
verifiedState-Level License RequiredNew Mexico requires licensing for all construction work. The Construction Industries Division oversees all trades. Licenses are classified by type and scope of work.
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Board Name
New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department — Construction Industries Division
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Phone
(505) 476-4700
descriptionLicense Types
| Type | Threshold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General Contractor (GB-98) | All work | Required for general building construction |
| General Contractor (GF-98) | All work | General contracting — fire protection |
| Specialty (various) | All work | Multiple specialty classifications |
| Electrical | All work | Licensed through CID Electrical Bureau |
| Mechanical/Plumbing | All work | Licensed through CID Mechanical Bureau |
checklistRequirements
- check_circlePass trade exam
- check_circle2 years experience
- check_circleProof of insurance
- check_circleWorkers compensation
- check_circleSurety bond
paymentsFee Schedule
Application
$300
Annual Renewal
$300
Exam Fee
$100
event_repeatRenewal Period
Annual — license issue date
shieldInsurance Minimums
General Liability
$500,000
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.