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Contractor License in Missouri

Local / no state license

Missouri has no statewide general contractor license. General contracting and most specialty trades are licensed at the city or county level, so requirements vary by municipality. The main state-level credential is for electrical contractors through the Office of Statewide Electrical Contractors (OSEC) within the Division of Professional Registration.

Quick facts

When a license is neededNo statewide dollar threshold for general contracting. Thresholds and requirements are set by each local jurisdiction (e.g., St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield).
ExamVaries by local jurisdiction for general contracting. The statewide electrical contractor license has its own requirements set by OSEC.
InsuranceMissouri requires workers' compensation for construction businesses with one or more employees. General liability requirements are set locally.
FeesNo statewide general contractor fee. Statewide Electrical Contractor license application is $200 with a $100 triennial renewal. Local GC fees vary by municipality.
RenewalNo statewide GC renewal. Statewide Electrical Contractor renews triennially ($100). Local renewals vary.
Main agencyMissouri Division of Professional Registration
Official sitehttps://pr.mo.gov/electrical-contractors.asp
Requirements, thresholds, and fees change, and local rules can be stricter than the state. Always confirm directly with the board and your local building department before you bid or pull a permit. This page is a starting point, not legal advice.
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How to get licensed in Missouri

  1. Identify every city and county where you will perform work, since general contractor licensing is local in Missouri.
  2. Contact each local building/licensing department (e.g., St. Louis Office of the License Collector, Kansas City Planning & Development, Springfield Building Development Services) for its specific application, exam, and fee.
  3. Apply and pay separately in each municipality where you will work.
  4. Carry workers' compensation insurance if you have employees.
  5. For electrical contracting statewide, apply to the Office of Statewide Electrical Contractors (OSEC) and pay the $200 application fee.
  6. Renew each local license and the OSEC license on their respective schedules.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a Missouri state general contractor license?

No. Missouri does not license general contractors at the state level. You must meet the requirements of each city or county where you work.

Where do I get licensed to do general contracting?

From the local jurisdiction. Larger cities like St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield each run their own contractor licensing through their building or licensing departments.

Is there any statewide construction license?

Yes, for electrical contractors through the Office of Statewide Electrical Contractors (OSEC), which offers a statewide license ($200 application, $100 triennial renewal).

Do I need workers' compensation insurance?

Yes. In the construction industry, Missouri requires workers' compensation for any business with one or more employees.

Can one city license cover the whole state?

No, except for the statewide electrical license. For general contracting you must apply separately in each municipality where you operate.

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Guide compiled from official Missouri licensing-board sources. Verify current details with the board before acting; licensing rules change.