ID· Initial licensing + reciprocity

How to get an electrical license in Idaho.

The complete Idaho licensing roadmap — experience hours, exam vendor + fees, application paperwork, and reciprocity options. Sourced directly from DOPL (Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses) - Electrical Board.

Idaho initial licensing

DOPL (Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses) - Electrical Board issues electrician licenses in Idaho. Visit the agency site.

Apply online
ibol.idaho.gov/
Mailing address

Idaho DOPL, 11341 W. Chinden Blvd, Building 4, Boise, ID 83714

Contact

Phone: (208) 334-3233

Sources: dopl.idaho.gov/ele/Verified 2026-05-05

Idaho reciprocity options

Master: full reciprocity from 1 state · Contractor: no statewide program · Journeyman: full reciprocity from 12 states

Source: dopl.idaho.gov/ele/ · dopl.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcre-reciprocal-info.pdfVerified 2026-05-05

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