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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 Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) – Division of Plant Health and Compliance, Pest Control Section directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your pest control license from Utah to Nevada
We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) – Division of Plant Health and Compliance, Pest Control Section to verify.
| Requirement | Utah (UT) | Nevada (NV) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Provider: Applicants must pass a core/general pesticide safety exam AND at least one category-specific exam with a score of 70% or higher. The core exam must be passed before any category exams may be attempted. Exams may be taken online (with proctor) or at an approved testing center. Applicants have 60 days to complete the full testing process. After three attempts, an additional $15.00 is charged for each additional two tests. Passing score: 70%. Exam fee: $65 for Commercial Pesticide Applicator license (covers 3-year license); $20 for Non-Commercial and Private Applicator license (3-year); testing center fees may vary per center policy. | Provider: All applicants must pass exams. Principals must pass: General Knowledge (Core) exam, open-book Laws exam, and a category exam for each category applied for. Operators must pass a Core exam and a category exam. Agents must pass a Core written exam annually. Demonstration and research specialists must pass a Laws and regulations exam and category exams. Passing score: 70% for Principal examinations; 65% for Operator, Consultant, Demonstration and Research Specialist, and Agent examinations. Exam fee: $50 for the first examination; $35 for subsequent examinations (per third-party source — NDA advises confirming current fees directly). |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $65 for a 3-year Commercial Pesticide Applicator License; or $55 for 1-year + $35/year for each of the next two years (total $125 over 3 years). Non-Commercial and Private Applicator: $20 for a 3-year license.; business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: $65–$125 for commercial applicator license (3-year); additional business license fee (amount not confirmed from official source); proof of liability insurance also required; confidence: high; sources: https://ag.utah.gov | application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: Operator License Fee: $50 (per third-party source); Principal/Primary Principal license fee: not confirmed from official source — third-party source cites ~$100; business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: Third-party sources estimate initial regulatory costs (principal exam, business license, insurance, bonding) at approximately $1,500–$3,000; NDA advises contacting the agency for current fee schedules; confidence: high; sources: https://agri.nv.gov |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: Every 3 years. December 31 of the third calendar year following licensure. Licenses issued November 1–December 31 expire December 31 three years in the future; licenses issued January 1–October 31 expire December 31 two years in the future.; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50 | Period: Annual (for Principal, Primary Principal, Operator, Consultant, Demonstration and Research Specialist, and Agent licenses); Certified Pesticide Applicators (RUP certification only) renew every 4 years. December 31 annually (all pest control licenses expire December 31 and must be renewed annually; Certified Pesticide Applicators recertify by December 31 of their 4-year period); CE hours: 6; Fee: $50 |
Data verified as of 2026-04-07. Requirements may have changed since verification.
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