How-To Guide: Plumber License

How To Apply

After you Apply – What to Expect

  • Processing Time – Applications are processed in the order in which they are received.
    • If you receive a deficiency letter, please submit all requested items at one time, as soon as possible, to prevent processing delays.
    • Please Note – Incomplete applications may be withdrawn if noted deficiencies are not satisfied within 60 days of said notification. If your application is withdrawn, you will be required to restart the application process to be considered for licensure, to include submission of all required documents and fees.
    • Completed applications will be initially reviewed by Board staff and may be reviewed by the Board at an upcoming Board Meeting. Applications must be complete and received at least 15 days prior to a Board Meeting to be added to that meeting’s agenda. Otherwise, the application will be reviewed at the next Board meeting.
  • Check Application Status >>
  • Keep Your Contact Info Up to Date
    • Be sure the email address you include for yourself on your application is correct and current. Email is the primary means of communication used by the Board. 
    • Additionally, it is important for applicants/licensees to update their email address with the Board just as they would update their physical and mailing addresses.
  • Wait For It
    • You may not legally perform services until you hold an active license.
    • Staff will communicate with you regarding the status of your application.

Veterans Preference Points

Veterans, military service members, transitioning service members and military spouses of the armed forces of the United States, including the National Guard, may be eligible for exam point credits and/or expedited application processes. Download program information>>

  • If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference Points, you must enclose a copy of your DD-214 form, showing that you served during a period of conflict or war for a minimum of 90 days. Contact the VA to request make a DD-214 Request >>

Fees

Type of Fee

Conditioned Air     Contractors

 

Electrical Contractors

 

Low Voltage Contractors

 

Master and Journeyman Plumbers

 

Utility Contractors, Managers, and Foremen

Initial Application

Initial Application Fee

$100.00

 

$100.0

 

$100.00

 

$100.00

 

$100.00

Processing Fee

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

Total Fee

$110.00

 

$110.00

 

$110.00

 

$110.00

 

$110.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On-Time Renewal

Renewal Fee (on-time)

$100.00

 

$100.00

 

$100.00

 

$100.00

 

$100.00

Processing Fee

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

Total Fee

$110.00

 

$110.00

 

$110.00

 

$110.00

 

$110.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Late Renewal

Late Renewal Fee

$200.00

 

$200.00

 

$200.00

 

$200.00

 

$200.00

Processing Fee

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

Total Fee

$210.00

 

$210.00

 

$210.00

 

$210.00

 

$210.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reinstatement of lapsed license

Reinstatement Fee

$300.00

 

$300.00

 

$300.00

 

$300.00

 

$300.00

Processing Fee

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

 

$10.00

Total Fee

$310.00

 

$310.00

 

$310.00

 

$310.00

 

$310.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Renewal Schedule

 

CA

 

EC

 

LV

 

PL

 

UT

License Expiration

11/30 odd

years

 

06/30 even

Years

 

8/31 odd

years

 

11/30 even

years

 

4/30 odd years

Late Renewal Period

12/1 - 12/31

odd years

 

7/1 - 7/31

even years

 

9/1 - 9/30

odd years

 

12/1 - 12/31

even years

 

5/1 - 5/31 odd

years

License is Lapsed

1/1 even

years

 

8/1 even

years

 

10/1 odd

years

 

1/1 odd years

 

6/1 odd years

Processing Fees - Effective 3/15/2022

  • Online processing fee: $10.00

Journeyman Plumber Application

If you have never been licensed before and have completed the requirements including passing your exam, apply for licensure by examination.

Master Plumber (Restricted) Application

If you have never been licensed before and have completed the requirements including passing your exam, apply for licensure by examination.

Master Plumber (Non-Restricted) Application

If you have never been licensed before and have completed the requirements including passing your exam, apply for licensure by examination.

Reinstatement (Lapsed Under 3 Years)

If you do not renew your license before the Late Renewal period has expired, your license will lapse.

Reinstatement (Lapsed More Than 3 Years)

If you have previously held this license and it has been expired for more than three years, you must apply for reinstatement before you re-take the exam.

Renewal

If you currently hold this license and need to renew to keep your license up to date, apply for licensure renewal by November 30 of the even-numbered year it expires to avoid late fees. Late renewal is December 1 to December 31.

How to File

To file online:

Once your checklist is completed, Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>

 

Contact

Group 20

Related Resources

Contact Georgia Board of Plumbers