Electrical license requirements in Philadelphia
This page covers electrical licenses in Philadelphia, issued by the Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections. Other cities in Pennsylvania may set their own rules.
Issued by
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Official siteRequirements checked October 21, 2026
License levels
One license level covers this work.
- 1
Electrical Contractor
At least four years of electrical work for a licensed company, with education counting for up to two. You also pass the Philadelphia exam, complete eight hours of NFPA 70 coursework and provide a certificate of insurance.
Official source
Rules, fees and exam schedules change. Confirm the details with the Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections before you apply.
Electricians in Pennsylvania
From the Bureau of Labor Statistics. See a city for local wages and contractor counts.
- Electricians employed
- 22,730
- Median hourly wage
- $32.50
Electrical market data by city
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Electrical licensing in Philadelphia: common questions
Who issues electrical licenses in Philadelphia?
The Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections. The license levels and what each takes are listed above, with a link to the official source for each.
What does the Electrical Contractor license take in Philadelphia?
At least four years of electrical work for a licensed company, with education counting for up to two. You also pass the Philadelphia exam, complete eight hours of NFPA 70 coursework and provide a certificate of insurance.
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