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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 Kansas Department of Agriculture directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your pest control license from Oklahoma to Kansas
We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact Kansas Department of Agriculture to verify.
| Requirement | Oklahoma (OK) | Kansas (KS) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | 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.. | Provider: State-administered |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | 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 | application fee: $140 per category; exam fee: Included; technician license fee: $40; operator license fee: $140; business license fee: $140; renewal fee: $140; total initial fees: $460; confidence: high; sources: https://www.agriculture.ks.gov/divisions-programs/pesticide-and-fertilizer/pesticide-applicator |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | 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 | Period: 1 year; CE hours: 4; Fee: $140 |
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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