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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 Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF) – Consumer Protection Services Division directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your pest control license from Missouri to Oklahoma
We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF) – Consumer Protection Services Division to verify.
| Requirement | Missouri (MO) | Oklahoma (OK) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements● | Provider: Must pass the General Standards of Competence Examination (CORE) plus at least one category examination via Pearson VUE. There are 10 specialty categories; category 1 has two sections (1A: Agricultural Plant, 1B: Agricultural Animal) and category 7 has three sections (7A: General Structural, 7B: Termite, 7C: Fumigation). Examinations are in-person, computer-based at Pearson VUE testing centers (5 locations statewide, by reservation). Passing score: 70 percent. Exam fee: $45 per exam (Certified Commercial Applicator). | Provider: All persons wishing to become a Certified Applicator must pass a Core Exam (covers pesticide laws, safety, equipment, and application principles) plus at least one category-specific written exam. Categories 7A (General Pest), 7B (Structural Pest/Termite), and 7C (Fumigation) also require a practical examination administered at OSU in Stillwater, which must be taken within 12 months of passing the written exam. Exams are administered by PSI Services at approved test centers statewide; appointments are required (no walk-ins). Service Technicians must also pass a written examination. Passing score: 70% or better. Exam fee: $95 per exam for commercial applicator exams (core and each category); $65 for the Private Applicator exam. Exams are paid when scheduling through PSI Services.. |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $50 (Certified Commercial Applicator initial license fee); $25 (Certified Noncommercial Applicator); $35 (NRUP Applicator and Pesticide Technician); $65 (annual license fee per MU Extension publication G855); business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: Certified Commercial Applicator: approximately $95+ ($45 exam fee + $50 license fee, plus any additional category exam fees); confidence: high; sources: https://agriculture.mo.gov | application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $100 per pesticide use category per calendar year for Commercial Applicator Business License, capped at $500 per location annually; $50 per category per calendar year for Non-Commercial Business License, capped at $250 per location; business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: Approximately $95 (core exam) + $95 (one category exam) + $100 (first category business license) = ~$290 minimum for a single-category commercial applicator; additional category exams and practical exam fees add to this total. Service Technician ID issuance or renewal: $20 per card.; confidence: high; sources: https://ag.ok.gov |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: License renewal is annual for Certified Commercial Applicators, Certified Noncommercial Applicators, Pesticide Technicians, NRUP Applicators, and Pesticide Dealers; Certification (competency) must be renewed every 3 years for Commercial and Noncommercial Applicators. Licenses expire annually; a 60-day grace period is provided following expiration before cancellation; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50 | Period: Annual (business/company license); Certification (individual) recertifies on a 5-year cycle by category. Business licenses: Company names beginning with # or A–L expire September 30 each year; company names beginning with M–Z expire December 31 each year. Individual certification recertifies on predetermined 5-year category cycles.; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50 |
Data verified as of 2026-04-07. Requirements may have changed since verification.
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