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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 Arizona Department of Agriculture - Pest Management 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 New Mexico to Arizona
Arizona does not offer reciprocity; all applicators must pass Arizona exams.
| Requirement | New Mexico (NM) | Arizona (AZ) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements● | Provider: Applicants must pass the National Core Exam (covering pesticide safety, laws, and regulations) and at least one Pest Control Category exam specific to their type of pest control work. Exams are computer-based, administered via Metro Institute at proctored sites statewide. All requirements must be completed within 60 days of application or the process must restart. Passing score: 70% on Core and Category exams. Exam fee: $55 per exam (third-party vendor fee, not collected by NMDA); alternatively $20 per exam if administered by NMDA staff. | Provider: State-administered through Arizona Department of Agriculture |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $100 (Commercial Applicator License fee, paid after passing exams and submitting proof of financial responsibility); $50 (Commercial Operator/Technician); business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: Approximately $210+ for a Commercial Applicator (e.g., $55 Core exam + $55 Category exam + $100 license fee); more if additional category exams are required; confidence: high; sources: https://www.nmda.nmsu.edu | application fee: $55; exam fee: Included in application fee; technician license fee: $55; operator license fee: $75; business license fee: $250; renewal fee: $55-$75; total initial fees: $380; confidence: high; sources: https://agriculture.az.gov/about-us/divisions/pest-management-division |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: Annual (Commercial, Public, and Non-Commercial Applicators); every 5 years (Private Applicators). January 31 annually (Commercial, Public, Non-Commercial); January 31 every 5 years (Private); CE hours: 6; Fee: $50 | Period: 1 year; CE hours: 6; Fee: $55-$75 |
Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.
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