Renewal cycle
Evidence reviewed24 months
Florida · Contractor
Florida Contractor License Renewal
Provenance
Official sources
- https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/construction-industry/Retrieved 2026-09-03
- https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/construction-industry/faqs/Retrieved 2026-09-03
Official-source reference
Renewal facts and steps
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Renewal window
Evidence reviewedDBPR says the renewal period opens 90–120 days before expiration and sends its notice by email.
Deadline
Evidence reviewedFor Florida General Contractors, the recurring deadline is August 31: certified licenses renew in even-numbered years and registered licenses in odd-numbered years.
Continuing education
Evidence reviewed14 hours
Required topics
Evidence reviewedspecialized or advanced module; workplace safety; business practices; workers’ compensation; laws and rules; wind mitigation; cementitious cladding, stucco, plastering and lath application and repair methodologies
Renewal fee
Evidence reviewed$205, plus $50 for each qualified business, for the General Contractor renewal row.
If the license lapses
Evidence reviewedA license that was active becomes delinquent-active when it is not renewed by expiration, and the contractor may not practice until the status is updated.
Renewal steps
Evidence reviewedBefore midnight Eastern time on the stated renewal deadline, complete the continuing-education requirement and pay the renewal fee.
Complete your renewal with the licensing authority.
Plan this renewal and track continuing education on your device
Open official renewal information