MA· Initial licensing + reciprocity

How to get an electrical license in Massachusetts.

The complete Massachusetts licensing roadmap — experience hours, exam vendor + fees, application paperwork, and reciprocity options. Sourced directly from MA DOL - Board of State Examiners of Electricians (BSEE).

Massachusetts initial licensing

MA DOL - Board of State Examiners of Electricians (BSEE) issues electrician licenses in Massachusetts. Visit the agency site.

Master path

~$417 in state board fees

Issued by: MA DOL - Board of State Examiners of Electricians (BSEE)

Experience
1 yr · 4,000 hrs · journeyman first
Exam
PSI — $105
Application fee
$156
License fee
$156
Insurance
Required

Master 'A' Electrician. Must hold journeyman 1+ yr + complete 150-hr MA Master Program.

Fees above are paid to Massachusetts. TCS’s filing service is quoted separately — we collect and remit on your behalf so you write one check.

TCS Master prep for Massachusetts
Mailing address

MA Division of Occupational Licensure, 1000 Washington St, Boston, MA 02118

Contact

Phone: (617) 727-9931

Massachusetts reciprocity options

Master: no statewide program · Contractor: no statewide program · Journeyman: no statewide program

Source: www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-reciprocity-for-an-out-of-state-electricians-license · www.mass.gov/board-of-state-examiners-of-electricians-licensingVerified 2026-05-05

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