Florida Contractor License Requirements

For certified contractor licensure, document four years of field experience in the requested category, including at least one supervisory year. Up to three years of military service or accredited college credit may substitute for field experience.

A certified contractor must complete the Florida contractor examination; a registered contractor instead provides the local contractor license supporting state registration. Certification authorizes statewide work, while registration is limited to the accepting local jurisdictions.

The endorsement application fee is nonrefundable if the Board denies the application; the reviewed FAQ does not state the dollar amount.

Contractors qualifying a construction company must provide criminal-history background information.

Contractors licensed in a state with a Florida Board reciprocity agreement may apply via reciprocity using CILB Form 32 and licensing certification showing good standing; additional application requirements apply.