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Wisconsin low voltage license requirements (2026)

No statewide license. In Wisconsin, cities and counties set the rules.

✓ 1 facts verified Last verified Oct 22, 2026 · Unverified sections stay unpublished

Quick answer

Intrusion / CCTV No No statewide license
Access control No No statewide license
Fire alarm No No statewide license
Structured cabling No No statewide license

Licenses at a glance

WorkLicenseAgency
Over-100V workState electrical licenseNo statewide license (local licensing applies)

Requirements by work type

Intrusion / CCTVAccess controlFire alarmStructured cabling

State electrical license

Over-100V work: Not required for exempt systems

✓ Verified Oct 22, 2026 Wis. Stat. 101.862

How to get licensed in Wisconsin

  1. Apply. Use the official links below to apply with No statewide license (local licensing applies).
✓ Verified Oct 22, 2026 Wis. Stat. 101.862

Local & city rules

Milwaukee alarm business licensing: Not confirmed. Check with City of Milwaukee

✓ Verified Oct 22, 2026 Wis. Stat. 101.862

Reciprocity

Not published by the state

FAQs

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

No statewide license. In Wisconsin, cities and counties set the rules.

Where do I apply?

No statewide license (local licensing applies). Use the official links in Sources.

Sources

Other states

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