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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 Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) – Pesticide Bureau directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your pest control license from Nebraska to Iowa
We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) – Pesticide Bureau to verify.
| Requirement | Nebraska (NE) | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Provider: Must pass a General Standards (core) exam (category 00, 60 multiple choice questions) plus at least one category-specific exam tied to the pest type or application site. Categories include: 01 Ag Plant Pest Control, 01A Soil Fumigation, 02 Ag Animal Pest Control, 03 Forest Pest Control, 04 Ornamental and Turf, 05 Aquatic Pest Control, 05S Sewer Root Control, 06 Seed Treatment, 07 Right of Way, 08 Structural and Health-Related Pest Control, 08W Wood Destroying Organisms, 09 Public Health Pest Control, 10 Wood Preservation, 11 Fumigation, 12 Chemigation. Exams are administered at NDA walk-in testing sessions, at UNL initial certification training sessions, or via Pearson VUE computer-based testing (available for categories 00, 01, 04, 07, 08, 08W, 09, 11, and 12). Passing score: 70%. Exam fee: $55 per exam via Pearson VUE; exam fees described as ranging $50–$100 per test at other testing sites. | Provider: State-administered |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $90 for a 3-year Commercial Applicator License; $0 (free) for Non-Commercial Applicator License; business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: Approximately $145+ (exam fees ~$55 per exam x at least 2 exams = $110, plus $90 license fee; actual cost depends on number of category exams needed); confidence: high; sources: https://nda.nebraska.gov | application fee: $75; exam fee: Included; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $75; business license fee: $25; renewal fee: $75; total initial fees: $200; confidence: high; sources: https://iowaagriculture.gov/pesticide-bureau/applicator-licensing-certification |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 3 years. April 15 of the third year after the license is obtained or renewed; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50 | Period: 3 years; CE hours: 6; Fee: $75 |
Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.
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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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