Contractor License Renewal in Georgia (2026)

Contractor license renewal in Georgia is handled by the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors (Georgia Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division), which requires General Contractors to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Georgia Contractor renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial. The renewal fee is due and payable by June 30 of even-numbered years (next deadline June 30, 2026). A penalty (late) renewal period runs July 1 through December 31 of the renewal year; failure to renew by December 31 has the same effect as revocation of the license.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$100.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors (Georgia Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division)

Go to the official Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors (Georgia Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors (Georgia Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division). automated research workflow (official georgia contractor board), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for Contractors in Georgia

No continuing education is required for the General Contractor license (Limited Tier or Unlimited). Per Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. Chapter 553-12, mandatory CE applies only to RESIDENTIAL contractors: Residential-Basic requires 3 hours per year and Residential-Light Commercial requires 6 hours per year (measured on a July 1-June 30 year). General/commercial general contractors have no CE hour requirement.

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How to renew your Contractor license in Georgia

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors (Georgia Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division) portal.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Georgia DOES license general/commercial general contractors at the state level through the State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors, administered by the Secretary of State's Professional Licensing Boards Division. State licensure (General Contractor Limited or Unlimited tier) is generally required for projects of $2,500 or more; smaller jobs and certain trades may be exempt or regulated separately. The board's published Fee Schedule lists the General Contractor (both Limited and Unlimited tier) biennial Renewal fee as $100 and the Late Renewal fee as $200 (the $200 is the total late-renewal amount per the fee schedule, not an add-on to the $100). Renewals for the 2026 cycle opened April 6, 2026; licenses expire June 30, 2026; late renewal period July 1-31, 2026 per the board's renewal notice (the underlying rule extends the penalty period through December 31). All renewals must be filed online through the SOS GOALS portal (launched Nov 2025); paper applications are no longer accepted. Separate skilled-trade licensing (electrical, plumbing, HVAC/conditioned air, low-voltage, utility) is handled by the Construction Industry Licensing Board, and local jurisdictions may impose additional business/occupational requirements. Note: CE applies only to residential contractor sub-classes, not to general contractors.

Contractor license renewal in Georgia: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Contractor license in Georgia?

Georgia Contractor licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial. The renewal fee is due and payable by June 30 of even-numbered years (next deadline June 30, 2026). A penalty (late) renewal period runs July 1 through December 31 of the renewal year; failure to renew by December 31 has the same effect as revocation of the license.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Contractor license in Georgia?

Georgia does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard Contractor license. No continuing education is required for the General Contractor license (Limited Tier or Unlimited). Per Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. Chapter 553-12, mandatory CE applies only to RESIDENTIAL contractors: Residential-Basic requires 3 hours per year and Residential-Light Commercial requires 6 hours per year (measured on a July 1-June 30 year). General/commercial general contractors have no CE hour requirement. Confirm the current rule with the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors (Georgia Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division).

Can I renew my Georgia Contractor license online?

Yes — Georgia offers online renewal through the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors (Georgia Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Georgia Contractor license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $200 may apply. Contact the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors (Georgia Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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