At a glance
The fastest way to orient yourself in Wyoming is to know that the state only regulates electrical work and highway prequalification. Everything else is local.| Signal | Value |
|---|---|
| Electrical work | Regulated at the state level — all categories |
| All other construction | Contact the local city or county |
| Master electrician exam | 75% minimum score, 8 years (16,000 hours) experience |
| Journeyman electrician exam | 70% minimum score, 4 years (8,000 hours) experience |
| Electrical contractor | $400 license fee; must have a Master of Record |
| Highway work trigger | DOT prequalification required |
| Nonresident contractor security | 3% of total contract value |
| Public works bonding | 50% for $7,500–$100,000; 100% for $25,000+ |
| Reciprocity model | Journeyman electrical with 16 states; master with 3 states |
Frequently asked questions
Pick the tab that matches your situation. Each FAQ gives a direct answer and points you to the full detail below.- Contractors
- Regulators
Does Wyoming require a state contractor license for general construction?
Does Wyoming require a state contractor license for general construction?
No. Wyoming only regulates electrical work at the state level. All other construction licensing — general, residential, plumbing, HVAC — is handled by the city or county where the work takes place. See Construction work regulated.
How do I get an electrical contractor license in Wyoming?
How do I get an electrical contractor license in Wyoming?
An electrical contractor must employ a full-time Master of Record who is not the Master of Record for another contractor. The license fee is $400, renewed annually by July 1. Low voltage and limited contractor licenses are $200. See Requirements.
What prequalification is required for Wyoming highway contracts?
What prequalification is required for Wyoming highway contracts?
Submit a prequalification form from the WYDOT website with supporting documentation. Bid limits are based on a rating factor multiplied by net worth from audited financial statements. Processing takes about two weeks. Valid for 15 months from fiscal year end. See Requirements.
Where do I go to get licensed for electrical work?
Where do I go to get licensed for electrical work?
All electrical licensing goes through the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety at 320 West 25th Street, 3rd Floor, Cheyenne, WY 82002. Phone: (307) 777-7288. Highway prequalification goes to WYDOT. See Who regulates construction.
How much does it cost to get an electrical license?
How much does it cost to get an electrical license?
Master electrician: $200 initial, $100 annual renewal. Journeyman: $100 initial, $50 annual renewal. Electrical contractor: $400 initial and annual renewal. Exam fee (Pearson VUE): $100. Apprentice registration: $20. See Requirements.
What experience and exam requirements apply for master electricians?
What experience and exam requirements apply for master electricians?
Master electricians need 8 years (16,000 hours) of electrical wiring experience, must have held a journeyman license for at least 4 years, must complete 576 hours of classroom instruction, and pass the trade exam at 75% minimum. See Requirements.
What experience and exam requirements apply for journeyman electricians?
What experience and exam requirements apply for journeyman electricians?
Journeyman electricians need 4 years (8,000 hours) of apprenticeship with residential, commercial, and industrial experience (no more than 75% in one category), 576 hours of classroom instruction, and must pass the trade exam at 70% minimum. See Requirements.
Can I use my out-of-state license in Wyoming?
Can I use my out-of-state license in Wyoming?
Wyoming has one of the broadest journeyman electrical reciprocity networks: 16 states. Master reciprocity is narrower: Idaho, Iowa, and South Dakota only. No reciprocity exists for non-electrical trades because Wyoming does not regulate them at the state level. See Reciprocal agreements.
What are the bonding requirements for public works?
What are the bonding requirements for public works?
Contracts from $7,500 to $100,000 require a bond of 50% of the contract price. Contracts of $25,000 or more require a bond equal to 100% of the contract price. Nonresident contractors must post a 3% security deposit. Certified residents get a 5% public works preference. See Requirements.
What continuing education is required for electricians?
What continuing education is required for electricians?
16 hours of CE per renewal period, with at least 8 hours on the NEC. This applies to both journeyman and master electricians. See Requirements.
Start with your goal
Pick the card that matches what you need right now. Each one links to the relevant section on this page.Is state licensing triggered?
Only electrical work is regulated at the state level. All other construction is local.
Find the right regulator
Electrical goes to the Department of Fire Prevention. Highway goes to WYDOT.
Application and renewal details
Exams, fees, experience hours, CE, and renewal cycles for all electrical categories.
Reciprocity direction
Journeyman reciprocity with 16 states. Master reciprocity with 3 states.
Special considerations
Different roles need different things from a Wyoming page. Use the tab that matches your situation to see what matters most before you read the full detail below.- Contractors
- Regulators
- Only electrical work is regulated at the state level.
- Master: 8 years (16,000 hours) experience, 75% exam score, journeyman license held for at least 4 years.
- Journeyman: 4 years (8,000 hours) experience across residential, commercial, and industrial (no more than 75% in one category), 70% exam score.
- Electrical contractors must have a Master of Record on staff ($400 license fee, $400 annual renewal).
- 16 hours of CE required for renewal, at least 8 on the NEC.
- Nonresident contractors post a 3% security deposit. Certified residents get a 5% public works preference.
Readiness checklist
Four things you need to confirm before you can treat Wyoming as “ready” for a bid or an application. If any of these are unclear, you are not ready yet.Determine if the work is electrical or highway
Only electrical work and highway projects are regulated at the state level. All other construction licensing is handled by the local city or county.
Identify the electrical category
Master requires
$200 license fee and 16,000 hours. Journeyman requires $100 and 8,000 hours. Electrical contractors need a $400 license with a Master of Record. Low voltage and limited categories have their own experience thresholds.Route to the correct agency
Electrical licensing goes to the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety. Highway prequalification goes to WYDOT. There is no general contractor board.
If you can confirm the work is electrical (or highway), identify the correct license category, route to the right agency, and verify all requirements, you have the minimum package needed for a Wyoming readiness check.
Navigation
Use these links to jump to related cross-state comparisons and workflows.- New state evaluation if you are screening Wyoming for the first time.
- Multi-state bid readiness if you need to compare Wyoming with nearby jurisdictions.
- Licensing thresholds or prequalification patterns for cross-state context.
Construction work regulated
Wyoming only regulates electrical work at the state level. For all other construction, contact the city or county where the work will be performed. Highway prequalification is a separate gate.| Work lane | What triggers regulation |
|---|---|
| Electrical work (standard) | State license required for all electrical work |
| Low voltage (under 90V) | State low voltage technician license required |
| Limited electrical | State limited technician license required for specific scopes |
| Highway work | WYDOT prequalification required |
| All other construction | Local jurisdiction (city or county) |
Nonresident contractors must post a security deposit equal to 3% of the total contract value with the Department of Revenue and Taxation. Certified resident contractors receive a 5% preference on public works projects.
Common determination scenarios
If you are trying to figure out where to start, expand the scenario that is closest to your situation.Standard electrical work
Standard electrical work
Route to the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety. Journeyman applicants need 4 years (8,000 hours) of supervised experience across residential, commercial, and industrial (max 75% in any one category) and must pass an exam at 70%. Master applicants need 8 years (16,000 hours) plus 4 years holding a journeyman license and must pass at 75%. Both require 576 hours of classroom instruction.
Low voltage work (under 90V)
Low voltage work (under 90V)
Low voltage covers alarms, communications, sound, TV, control systems, and lawn sprinklers. Experience requirements range from 80 hours (lawn sprinklers) to 4,000 hours (general low voltage). Pass exam at 70%.
Limited electrical work
Limited electrical work
Limited categories cover elevators, water wells/irrigation, light fixtures, and HVAC electrical. Experience is typically 4,000 hours (1,000 for light fixtures). Pass exam at 70%.
Electrical contractor setup
Electrical contractor setup
An electrical contractor must employ a full-time Master of Record who is not the Master of Record for any other contractor. License fee is $400, renewed annually by July 1. Low voltage and limited contractor licenses are $200.
Highway prequalification
Highway prequalification
Submit a prequalification form (available on the WYDOT website) with supporting documentation. Bid limits are based on a rating factor multiplied by net worth from audited financial statements. Average processing time is two weeks. Prequalification is valid for 15 months from fiscal year end.
Public works bonding
Public works bonding
Contracts from $7,500 to $100,000 require a bond of 50% of the contract price. Contracts of $25,000 or more require a bond equal to 100% of the contract price.
Who regulates construction
Wyoming has only two state-level agencies for construction regulation. The Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety handles all electrical licensing. WYDOT handles highway prequalification. All other construction is local.Electrical licensing — Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety
Electrical licensing — Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety
320 West 25th Street, 3rd Floor, Cheyenne, WY 82002Phone: (307) 777-7288 | Fax: (307) 777-7119Website: wsfm.wyo.gov
Highway prequalification — WYDOT Construction Division
Highway prequalification — WYDOT Construction Division
Requirements
Wyoming’s state-level requirements are exclusively electrical. The system includes master, journeyman, low voltage (7 subcategories), limited (5 subcategories), and apprentice tiers. Expand the category that applies to your situation.Master Electrician
Master Electrician
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Experience | 8 years (16,000 hours) in electrical wiring; must have held journeyman license for at least 4 years |
| Documentation | Notarized letters from employers (past and present), IBEW local union, or equivalent state license |
| Classroom instruction | 576 hours over a 4-year apprenticeship (144 hours/year) through approved programs |
| Exam | Trade examination; 75% minimum score |
| License term | Expires July 1 in the third year following issue |
| Continuing education | 16 hours per renewal period (at least 8 on the NEC) |
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial license | $200 |
| Annual renewal | $100 (50% of license fee) |
| Late renewal (within 45 days) | Additional $50 |
| Examination (Pearson VUE) | $100 |
Journeyman Electrician
Journeyman Electrician
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Experience | 4 years (8,000 hours) apprenticeship or equivalent; minimum 4-year timeframe |
| Work mix | Residential, commercial, and industrial — no more than 75% in any one category |
| Supervision | Under direct supervision of a licensed journeyman or master electrician |
| Classroom instruction | 576 hours over 4 years (144 hours/year) through approved programs |
| Exam | Trade examination; 70% minimum score |
| License term | Expires January 1 in the third year following issue |
| Continuing education | 16 hours per renewal period (at least 8 on the NEC) |
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial license | $100 |
| Annual renewal | $50 (50% of license fee) |
| Late renewal (within 45 days) | Additional $50 |
| Examination (Pearson VUE) | $100 |
Applicants with a current journeyman or master license in good standing from a jurisdiction with equal or greater requirements may use that license as proof to qualify for the Wyoming exam.
Low Voltage Technician (under 90V)
Low Voltage Technician (under 90V)
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Exam | 70% minimum score |
| Classroom | Not required for low voltage license |
| Category | Code | Experience Required |
|---|---|---|
| General | LV-G | 4,000 hours / 2+ years |
| Alarms | LV-A | 3,000 hours / 18+ months |
| Communication | LV-C | 500 hours / 3+ months |
| Sound | LV-S | 500 hours / 3+ months |
| TV | LV-T | 500 hours / 3+ months |
| Control | LV-X | 1,000 hours / 6+ months |
| Lawn Sprinklers | LV-L | 80 hours / 2+ months |
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial license | $100 |
| Annual renewal | $50 (50% of license fee) |
| Low Voltage Contractor license | $200 |
Limited Technician
Limited Technician
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Exam | 70% minimum score |
| Classroom | Not required for limited technician license |
| Experience (general) | 4,000 hours / 2+ years for most categories |
| Experience (Light Fixtures) | 1,000 hours / 6+ months |
| Category | Code | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Elevator Systems | LM-E | Load side of equipment disconnect |
| Water Wells & Irrigation | LM-W | Load side of equipment disconnect |
| Light Fixtures | LM-L | Ballast and fixture part replacement |
| HVAC Electrical | LM-H | Load side of equipment disconnect |
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial license | $100 |
| Annual renewal | $50 (50% of license fee) |
| Limited Contractor license | $200 |
Electrical Contractor
Electrical Contractor
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Master of Record | Must employ a full-time licensed master electrician who is not Master of Record for another contractor |
| License term | Expires July 1 annually |
| Low voltage contractor | Must employ a licensed low voltage technician of record (fee waived if sole operator) |
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Electrical Contractor License | $400 |
| Annual renewal | $400 |
| Low Voltage Electrical Contractor | $200 |
| Limited Electrical Contractor | $200 |
Apprentice Electrician
Apprentice Electrician
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Supervision | Licensed master or journeyman must be present on the job |
| Year 1–2 | 100% supervision required |
| Year 3 (4,000+ hours, 288+ classroom hours) | 50% supervision required |
| Year 4–5 (6,000+ hours, 432+ classroom hours) | 25% supervision required |
| 10,000+ hours | Returns to 100% supervision regardless of classroom hours |
| Training program | Employer must provide 144 hours/year of structured classroom instruction |
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Apprentice Registration | $20 |
Highway Prequalification
Highway Prequalification
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application | Prequalification form from WYDOT website with supporting documentation |
| Bid limits | Rating factor multiplied by net worth from audited financial statements |
| Processing time | Approximately two weeks |
| Validity | 15 months from fiscal year end |
| Public works bonds | 50% for contracts $7,500–$100,000; 100% for contracts $25,000+ |
| Nonresident security | 3% of total contract value posted with Department of Revenue and Taxation |
| Resident preference | 5% on public works projects |
Reciprocal agreements
Wyoming has one of the broader journeyman electrician reciprocity networks in the country at 16 states. Master reciprocity is much narrower at 3 states. No reciprocity exists for non-electrical trades because Wyoming does not regulate them at the state level.Wyoming’s reciprocity is entirely electrical. The 16-state journeyman network is strong, but master reciprocity is limited to Idaho, Iowa, and South Dakota.
| Board | Reciprocal states | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical (Journeyman) | Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas | 16 states |
| Electrical (Master) | Idaho, Iowa, South Dakota | 3 states |
Types of licenses
Wyoming’s state-level credentials are exclusively electrical. Use these lists when you need to confirm the exact license category for an application.Standard Electrical
Standard Electrical
- Master Electrician
- Journeyman Electrician
- Electrical Contractor
- Apprentice Electrician
Low Voltage
Low Voltage
- LV-G: Low Voltage General
- LV-A: Low Voltage Alarms
- LV-C: Low Voltage Communication
- LV-S: Low Voltage Sound
- LV-T: Low Voltage TV
- LV-X: Low Voltage Control
- LV-L: Low Voltage Lawn Sprinklers
- Low Voltage Contractor
- Low Voltage Apprentice
Limited
Limited
- LM-E: Elevator Systems
- LM-W: Water Wells and Irrigation Systems
- LM-L: Light Fixtures
- LM-H: HVAC Electrical
- Limited Contractor
- Limited Apprentice
See also
West region guide
Browse all West jurisdictions for comparison.
Contractors guide
Cross-state guidance for contractors evaluating new jurisdictions.
Regulators guide
Cross-state guidance for comparing regulatory models and agency structures.
Idaho
Journeyman and master electrician reciprocity with Wyoming.
Colorado
Journeyman electrician reciprocity with Wyoming.
Montana
Journeyman electrician reciprocity with Wyoming.