How do I check an electrician license in South Dakota?

The South Dakota State Electrical Commission keeps the record for electrical contractors in South Dakota. We did not find a public online lookup, so contact the board through its own site.

How much does an electrician license cost in South Dakota?

$60 (Electrical contractor application fee). $200 (Electrical contractor license fee (paid separately from the application fee)). Electrical contractor biennial license fee of $200 at renewal (statutory maximum; assumes the renewal fee equals the biennial license fee).

How much experience do you need for an electrician license in South Dakota?

At least 2 years as a journeyman electrician, or 1 year of commercial experience as a Class B electrician, before applying for an electrical contractor license.

How often does an electrician license renew in South Dakota?

Licenses run two years and expire June 30 of even-numbered years.

How to get an electrician license in South Dakota

Edited by John Voll. Last verified October 6, 2026.

South Dakota State Electrical Commission licenses electrical contractors in South Dakota.

Who licenses electrical work in South Dakota

Credential	State license
Board	South Dakota State Electrical Commission official statement
Official lookup	We found no public online lookup; contact the board.
License types	Electrical Contractor, Journeyman Electrician, Class B Electrician, Licensed Apprentice Electrician, Maintenance Electrician

How to get licensed

Apply to South Dakota State Electrical Commission for a credential such as Electrical Contractor, Journeyman Electrician or Class B Electrician.
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Electrical contractor exam required, taken after the journeyman experience period. source
Experience: at least 2 years as a journeyman electrician, or 1 year of commercial experience as a Class B electrician, before applying for an electrical contractor license. source
Post a undertaking (deposit) of $10,000 for electrical contractors and Class B electrician. source
Carry public liability insurance of at least $100,000 per occurrence and $300,000 aggregate for electrical contractors and Class B electrician. source
Pay the electrical contractor application fee: $60. source
Licenses run two years and expire June 30 of even-numbered years. source

Electrical requirements in South Dakota

Electrical: exam, experience, bond, insurance, renewal and feesSources checked October 6, 2026
Exam	Electrical contractor exam required, taken after the journeyman experience period. source
Experience	At least 2 years as a journeyman electrician, or 1 year of commercial experience as a Class B electrician, before applying for an electrical contractor license. source
Bond	Undertaking (deposit) of $10,000 for electrical contractors and Class B electrician. source
Insurance	Public liability insurance of at least $100,000 per occurrence and $300,000 aggregate for electrical contractors and Class B electrician. source
Renewal	Licenses run two years and expire June 30 of even-numbered year. source
Reciprocity	Reciprocity with listed states for licenses earned by exam and held at least one year. source
Fees	$60 (Electrical contractor application fee). source $200 (Electrical contractor license fee (paid separately from the application fee)). source Electrical contractor biennial license fee of $200 at renewal (statutory maximum; assumes the renewal fee equals the biennial license fee). source

Hiring an electrical contractor?

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How to verify a contractor license in South Dakota

Questions

Do you need an electrician license in South Dakota?: South Dakota State Electrical Commission licenses electrical contractors in South Dakota.
How do I check an electrician license in South Dakota?: The South Dakota State Electrical Commission keeps the record for electrical contractors in South Dakota. We did not find a public online lookup, so contact the board through its own site.
How much does an electrician license cost in South Dakota?: $60 (Electrical contractor application fee). $200 (Electrical contractor license fee (paid separately from the application fee)). Electrical contractor biennial license fee of $200 at renewal (statutory maximum; assumes the renewal fee equals the biennial license fee).
How much experience do you need for an electrician license in South Dakota?: At least 2 years as a journeyman electrician, or 1 year of commercial experience as a Class B electrician, before applying for an electrical contractor license.
How often does an electrician license renew in South Dakota?: Licenses run two years and expire June 30 of even-numbered years.

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Sources

This is not a government site. The licensing board's own record governs; always confirm on the official lookup. Information as of October 6, 2026.