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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 No state licensing body for individual electricians directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your electrician license from Wisconsin to Illinois
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| Requirement | Wisconsin (WI) | Illinois (IL) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements● | Must complete an electrical construction apprenticeship program recognized under Wis. Stat. ch. 106 or the Federal Department of Labor for journeyman licensure. | High school diploma or GED; algebra recommended |
| Exam Requirements● | Provider: Pearson VUE (Pearson Professional Assessments). Schedule online at pearsonvue.com.; NEC: 2017 NEC, codified in Wis. Admin. Code SPS 316. Official DSPS page states 'updated Wis. Admin. Code ch. SPS 316 will go into effect as of August 1, 2018' referencing 2017 NEC. Multiple current sources confirm Wisconsin still uses 2017 NEC.; Journeyman exam: required; Master exam: required | Provider: Varies by municipality; NEC: Varies by municipality. Chicago uses the Chicago Electrical Code 2018 Edition (NFPA 70 with Chicago amendments). Many other municipalities use standard NEC.; Journeyman exam: not required; Master exam: not required |
| Experience Requirements● | apprentice: No prior experience required. Must be enrolled in or completing an apprenticeship program. Must perform electrical wiring activities under direct supervision of a licensed Master or Journeyman Electrician.; journeyman: Completed an electrical construction apprenticeship program recognized under Wis. Stat. ch. 106 or the Federal Department of Labor. Must pass exam.; master: At least 2 years as a licensed Journeyman Electrician plus additional education. Must pass Master exam. | apprentice: null; journeyman: null; master: null |
| Fees | apprentice registration fee: $30 (application and credential fees combined); journeyman license fee: $165; master license fee: $255; exam fee: $30; renewal fee: $100; total initial fees: $165; confidence: high | confidence: high |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 4 years (Master and Journeyman, expire June 30). 1 year for Registered Electricians.; CE hours: 24; Fee: $100 | Period: Varies by municipality; CE hours: 0; Fee: null |
Data verified as of 2026-04-03. Requirements may have changed since verification.
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