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Idaho low voltage license requirements (2026)

Yes. Idaho requires a state license for alarm or low voltage work through Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), Electrical Board.

✓ 2 facts verified Last verified Oct 22, 2026 · Unverified sections stay unpublished

Quick answer

Intrusion / CCTV Yes Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), Electrical Board
Access control Not published by the state
Fire alarm Yes Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), Electrical Board
Structured cabling No No statewide license

Licenses at a glance

WorkLicenseAgency
IndividualsLimited Energy Limited Electrical InstallerIdaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), Electrical Board
Businesses contracting the workLimited Electrical ContractorIdaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), Electrical Board

Requirements by work type

Intrusion / CCTVAccess controlFire alarmStructured cabling

Limited Electrical Contractor

Businesses contracting the work: Exam, $300,000 liability insurance, workers comp or exemption

✓ Verified Oct 22, 2026 Limited Electrical Contractor Application, DOPL

Fees

ItemFeeSource
Limited Electrical Installer $15 processing fee Limited Electrical Installer Application, DOPL
Limited Electrical Contractor $15 processing fee plus $125 license fee Limited Electrical Contractor Application, DOPL
✓ Verified Oct 22, 2026

How to get licensed in Idaho

  1. Limited Energy Limited Electrical Installer. 4,000 hours in the category and Board exam (S2)
  2. Limited Electrical Contractor. Exam, $300,000 liability insurance, workers comp or exemption (S3)
  3. Apply. Use the official links below to apply with Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), Electrical Board.
✓ Verified Oct 22, 2026 Limited Electrical Installer Application, DOPL Limited Electrical Contractor Application, DOPL IDAPA 24.39.10 Rules of the Electrical Board

Reciprocity

Not published by the state

FAQs

Does Idaho require a state license for low voltage or alarm work?

Yes. Idaho requires a state license for alarm or low voltage work through Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), Electrical Board.

Where do I apply?

Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), Electrical Board. Use the official links in Sources.

Sources

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