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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 North Dakota Department of Agriculture (regulatory/enforcement) and North Dakota State University Extension Pesticide Certification and Training Program (certification administration) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your pest control license from South Dakota to North Dakota
We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact North Dakota Department of Agriculture (regulatory/enforcement) and North Dakota State University Extension Pesticide Certification and Training Program (certification administration) to verify.
| Requirement | South Dakota (SD) | North Dakota (ND) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Provider: Every applicant must pass the commercial Category G – General (core) certification exam PLUS any additional commercial certification category exams that pertain to the type of pesticide applications they will be making. Exams are proctored and administered by appointment at SDSU Extension testing locations. Passing score: 70%. | Provider: Core exam (basic laws and safety, ground and/or aerial) plus one or more category-specific exams. North Dakota has 11 certification categories: Agricultural Pest Control (Plant and Animal), Commodity and Structural Fumigation, Greenhouse, Home Industrial and Institutional Pest Control, Ornamental & Turf Pest Control, Public Health Pest Control, Research and Demonstration, Right-of-Way, Seed Treatment Pest Control, Wood Preservatives, Vertebrate Pest Control, and Sewer Root Control. Exams are written, monitored by NDSU Extension personnel, administered by appointment through local NDSU County Extension Offices. No oral testing; all tests in English. Passing score: 70% (50-question core exam). Exam fee: $10 per exam (third-party source; verify with NDSU Extension). |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $35 for a commercial pesticide applicator license (covers 2-year license period); business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: $35 (applicator license fee only; no separate initial application fee found in official sources); confidence: high; sources: https://danr.sd.gov | application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $25 (third-party source; verify with NDSU Extension or NDDA for current amount); business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: Approximately $35 ($10 exam fee + $25 license fee) per third-party sources; additional category exam fees apply; verify with official program; confidence: high; sources: https://www.nd.gov/ndda |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: Every 2 years. Must be recertified and renewed by the last day of February in the year of expiration; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50 | Period: Every 3 years. April 1 — certificate expires the first day of April following two years from the year of issuance (i.e., on a 3-year cycle ending April 1); CE hours: 6; Fee: $50 |
Data verified as of 2026-04-07. 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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