⚠️ 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 Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.

Transfer Your Pest Control License: Wyoming → Montana

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Reciprocity Status Unknown

We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) to verify.

Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Wyoming (WY)	Montana (MT)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements●	Provider: All new commercial applicators must pass a Core (general) exam plus at least one category exam. There are 23 categories and subcategories. All exams must be completed within 90 days. Exams are taken online at an approved testing/training location under proctor supervision. Private applicators may also take an exam (50-question, closed-book) at a local UW Extension office as one path to licensure. Passing score: 70%.	Provider: Core certification exam required for all applicators and dealers; applicators must also pass at least one category-specific classification exam. Core exam covers pesticide safety, label comprehension, environmental protection, and Montana laws. Category exams cover specific pest control areas (e.g., Industrial, Structural & Institutional [cat. 40]; Ornamental & Turf [cat. 34]; Public Health [cat. 38]; etc.). Exams are available by appointment at MDA District offices; computer-based testing also available in Great Falls, Missoula, Bozeman, Butte, Helena, and Glendive through Metro Institute. Passing score: 80% or better (core and category exams for commercial applicators and operators).
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $25 (Commercial Applicator license fee, covers initial issuance); business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: $25 for commercial applicator license (exam fee not separately identified; optional new applicator training program is $150 per person as of 2026); confidence: high; sources: https://agriculture.wy.gov	application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $85 per license for Commercial, Non-Commercial, Public Utility Applicator, and Dealer licenses (new and renewed); $70 per license for Governmental Applicator and Governmental Dealer (first 4 per agency); additional governmental licenses beyond 4: $15 each; agencies capped at $895/year; Federal and Tribal agencies exempt from all licensing fees; business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: $85 per Commercial Applicator license (exam fee not confirmed from official sources); confidence: high; sources: https://agr.mt.gov
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: Commercial: approximately 3 years (balance of year obtained plus 24 months); Private: 5 years. Commercial: January 31st; Private: April 30th of the 5th year after issuance; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50	Period: Annual (Operator licenses and applicator licenses expire December 31 each year and must be renewed annually); Commercial, Non-Commercial, Government, and Special Utility applicators and dealers must also meet a 4-year recertification/CE cycle per category. December 31 annually; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50

Data verified as of 2026-04-07. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Renewal differs: Wyoming — Period: Commercial: approximately 3 years (balance of year obtained plus 24 months); Private: 5 years. Commercial: January 31st; Private: April 30th of the 5th year after issuance; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50; Montana — Period: Annual (Operator licenses and applicator licenses expire December 31 each year and must be renewed annually); Commercial, Non-Commercial, Government, and Special Utility applicators and dealers must also meet a 4-year recertification/CE cycle per category. December 31 annually; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50.

Next Steps

1
Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) →
2
Request credential verification from Wyoming Department of Agriculture (WDA) – Technical Services Division — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Wyoming board →
3
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
4
Submit your application to Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA).

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.

Montana Licensing Board

Board: Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA)
Website: https://agr.mt.gov/Pesticide-License-Program
Phone: (406) 444-4900

Contact Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) to confirm current transfer requirements →

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Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Wyoming (WY)	Montana (MT)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements●	Provider: All new commercial applicators must pass a Core (general) exam plus at least one category exam. There are 23 categories and subcategories. All exams must be completed within 90 days. Exams are taken online at an approved testing/training location under proctor supervision. Private applicators may also take an exam (50-question, closed-book) at a local UW Extension office as one path to licensure. Passing score: 70%.	Provider: Core certification exam required for all applicators and dealers; applicators must also pass at least one category-specific classification exam. Core exam covers pesticide safety, label comprehension, environmental protection, and Montana laws. Category exams cover specific pest control areas (e.g., Industrial, Structural & Institutional [cat. 40]; Ornamental & Turf [cat. 34]; Public Health [cat. 38]; etc.). Exams are available by appointment at MDA District offices; computer-based testing also available in Great Falls, Missoula, Bozeman, Butte, Helena, and Glendive through Metro Institute. Passing score: 80% or better (core and category exams for commercial applicators and operators).
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $25 (Commercial Applicator license fee, covers initial issuance); business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: $25 for commercial applicator license (exam fee not separately identified; optional new applicator training program is $150 per person as of 2026); confidence: high; sources: https://agriculture.wy.gov	application fee: $50; exam fee: $50; technician license fee: $25; operator license fee: $85 per license for Commercial, Non-Commercial, Public Utility Applicator, and Dealer licenses (new and renewed); $70 per license for Governmental Applicator and Governmental Dealer (first 4 per agency); additional governmental licenses beyond 4: $15 each; agencies capped at $895/year; Federal and Tribal agencies exempt from all licensing fees; business license fee: $150; renewal fee: $50; total initial fees: $85 per Commercial Applicator license (exam fee not confirmed from official sources); confidence: high; sources: https://agr.mt.gov
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: Commercial: approximately 3 years (balance of year obtained plus 24 months); Private: 5 years. Commercial: January 31st; Private: April 30th of the 5th year after issuance; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50	Period: Annual (Operator licenses and applicator licenses expire December 31 each year and must be renewed annually); Commercial, Non-Commercial, Government, and Special Utility applicators and dealers must also meet a 4-year recertification/CE cycle per category. December 31 annually; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50

Data verified as of 2026-04-07. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Renewal differs: Wyoming — Period: Commercial: approximately 3 years (balance of year obtained plus 24 months); Private: 5 years. Commercial: January 31st; Private: April 30th of the 5th year after issuance; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50; Montana — Period: Annual (Operator licenses and applicator licenses expire December 31 each year and must be renewed annually); Commercial, Non-Commercial, Government, and Special Utility applicators and dealers must also meet a 4-year recertification/CE cycle per category. December 31 annually; CE hours: 6; Fee: $50.

Next Steps

Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) →

Request credential verification from Wyoming Department of Agriculture (WDA) – Technical Services Division — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Wyoming board →

Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).

Submit your application to Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA).

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.

Transfer Your Pest Control License: Wyoming → Montana

Reciprocity Status Unknown

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Montana Licensing Board

Study Materials

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Transfer Your Pest Control License: Wyoming → Montana

Reciprocity Status Unknown

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Montana Licensing Board

Study Materials

Related Pages