Montana general contractor license & renewal
The requirements, the timing and the official sources. Everything we’ve verified, in one place.
License fee
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Required hours
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Exam
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Renewal
Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days prior to expiration date.
Before you begin
Agency guidance
Montana requires construction contractors to hold a license effective January 1, 2026.
Verified 2026-10-24 — source and quotation
Effective January 1, 2026 All construction contractors in the state of Montana are required to be licensed with the Montana Department of Labor & Industry.Official source
Agency guidance
Renewal fee: $70.
How to get this license
Use the agency’s requirements below to plan your next steps. Missing details stay marked.
Start with the licensing authority
Licensing board
Montana Department of Labor & Industry
Verified 2026-10-24 — source and quotation
All construction contractors in the state of Montana are required to be licensed with the Montana Department of Labor & Industry.
Official sourceOfficial agency page
Verified 2026-10-24 — source and quotation
Montana Construction Contractor License (CCL) Program
Official sourceCheck the qualifications
Insurance
Provide proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws.
Verified 2026-10-24 — source and quotation
proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws;
Official sourceReview fees and apply
Application fee
$70.00
Exam fee
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License fee
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Apply with the agency
Reciprocity
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Official sources and verification (9)
Last verified 2026-10-24. Each quotation supports the corresponding published value.
All construction contractors in the state of Montana are required to be licensed with the Montana Department of Labor & Industry.Official source
Verified 2026-10-24
Montana Construction Contractor License (CCL) ProgramOfficial source
Verified 2026-10-24
Effective January 1, 2026 All construction contractors in the state of Montana are required to be licensed with the Montana Department of Labor & Industry.Official source
Verified 2026-10-24
Continuing Education Requirements: Not RequiredOfficial source
Verified 2026-10-24
Renewal Period: Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days prior to expiration date.Official source
Verified 2026-10-24
proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws;Official source
Verified 2026-10-24
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Last verified 2026-10-24.
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