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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact New Hampshire Electricians' Board, Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your electrician license from Maine to New Hampshire
New Hampshire has reciprocity agreements with Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont. Applicants for endorsement must have at least one year of professional experience in the licensure category sought (per Plc 313.24). Licensed electricians from these states may obtain a NH license without passing the NH exam.
| Requirement | Maine (ME) | New Hampshire (NH) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements● | High school diploma or GED required. Must complete 576 hours of board-approved apprenticeship program and 45-hour NEC course for journeyman. | High school diploma or GED required for all license levels |
| Exam Requirements● | Provider: PROV, Inc.; NEC: 2023 NEC (effective July 1, 2024); Journeyman exam: required; Master exam: required | Provider: Prov, Inc.; NEC: 2023 NEC effective July 1, 2025 with NH-specific amendments; Journeyman exam: required; Master exam: required |
| Experience Requirements● | apprentice: No prior experience required; must be registered with an approved apprenticeship program; journeyman: At least 8,000 hours worked as a licensed apprentice electrician under direct supervision of a master, journeyman, or limited electrician, plus completion of 576 hours of board-approved apprenticeship study program and a 45-hour course in the current NEC. Alternative: 4,000 hours as a licensed apprentice who completed an approved apprenticeship program may sit for the exam.; master: 4,000 hours of service as a journeyman electrician, or at least 12,000 hours of experience in electrical installations | apprentice: No prior experience required; must register with OPLC and work under direct supervision of a licensed electrician; journeyman: 8,000 hours of practical experience as an apprentice under a licensed journeyman or master electrician, plus 576 hours of electrical schooling (144 hours per year for 4 years). Alternative: 10 years of experience as a journeyman or master electrician licensed in another jurisdiction.; master: Must be a licensed journeyman electrician for at least 2 years (minimum 2,000 hours of work experience as a licensed journeyman) |
| Fees | apprentice registration fee: $96; journeyman license fee: $150; master license fee: $150; exam fee: $75; renewal fee: $150; total initial fees: $250; confidence: high | apprentice registration fee: $33; journeyman license fee: $50; master license fee: $50; exam fee: $100; renewal fee: $270; total initial fees: $150; confidence: high |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 15; Fee: $150 | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 15; Fee: $270 |
Data verified as of 2026-04-03. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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