Electrician License Requirements in Arkansas
| Licensing Authority | Arkansas Board of Electrical Examiners (BOEE) |
| License Type | Journeyman Electrician / Master Electrician |
| Experience Required | 4 years (8,000 hours) electrical work for Journeyman; 6 years total including time as licensed Journeyman for Master. Residential Journeyman: 3 years; Residential Master: 4 years. |
| Education Substitute | Approved electrical program may substitute for a portion of experience hours |
| Exam Required | Yes — Journeyman/Master Electrician Exam |
| Bond Required | No |
| Insurance | General liability: recommended. Workers comp: required with employees |
| Continuing Education | 8 hours 1 year |
| Processing Time | 4-6 weeks |
Fee Breakdown
| Application Fee | $25 |
| Exam Fee | $80 |
| Initial License Fee | $50 |
| Master renewal | $50 |
| Journeyman renewal | $25 |
| Est. Initial Total | $230 |
Renewal: $50 every 1 year
Exam Requirements
Journeyman/Master Electrician Exam
60 questions3 hoursPass: 70%
National Electrical Code (NEC)Electrical theorySafety practices
Exam provider: Board of Electrical Examiners
License Tiers
Apprentice Electrician
Entry level — must work under supervision
Exam: Not required
Journeyman Electrician
4 years (8,000 hours) electrical work experience
Exam: Required
Master Electrician
6 years total including time as licensed Journeyman
Exam: Required
Residential Journeyman
3 years residential electrical work
Exam: Required
Residential Master
4 years including time as Residential Journeyman
Exam: Required
License Reciprocity
This state has reciprocity agreements with 16 states. You may be able to skip the trade exam if you hold a valid license from one of these states.
tennesseeReciprocity for contractor licenses; Tennessee contractors must have held a valid license for at least 3 years. Must complete reciprocal application form and pay standard fees.
mississippiReciprocity for contractor licenses; Mississippi contractors must have held a valid license for at least 1 year
alabamaReciprocity for contractor licenses; Alabama contractors must have held a valid license for at least 1 year
louisianaReciprocity for contractor licenses; Louisiana contractors must have a valid license in good standing
alaskaJourneyman electrician reciprocity through NERA-affiliated agreements
coloradoJourneyman electrician reciprocity
minnesotaJourneyman electrician reciprocity
montanaJourneyman electrician reciprocity
nebraskaJourneyman electrician reciprocity
new hampshireJourneyman electrician reciprocity
new mexicoJourneyman electrician reciprocity
oklahomaJourneyman electrician reciprocity
oregonMaster and journeyman electrician reciprocity
south dakotaJourneyman electrician reciprocity
texasJourneyman electrician reciprocity
utahJourneyman electrician reciprocity
Notes
- Open book exam
- 2026: 8 hours CE required covering NEC code changes
- Master Electrician renewal is $50/year; Journeyman renewal is $25/year
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a electrician license in Arkansas?
Yes, Arkansas requires a statewide electrician license through the Arkansas Board of Electrical Examiners.
How much does a electrician license cost in Arkansas?
The estimated initial cost is $155, including application, exam, and license fees.
Data last verified: 2026-04-02 | Source: BOEE