How often do I renew a pest control license in Minnesota?
From date of issuance through December 31.
Source and quotation
From date of issuance through December 31.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
How to Get a Pest control License in Minnesota (2026)
Quick answer
For-hire structural applicators must work for a licensed structural pest-control company.
License fee
$50
Exam
Pass Core (A) and SPCA Journeyman examinations; fumigation needs an additional exam.
Renewal
From date of issuance through December 31.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
How do I get this license?
Check the licensing authority
Board
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
Official sourceOfficial agency page
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Structural Pest Control Applicator (SPCA) / Company License
Official sourceCheck your qualifications
Exam
Pass Core (A) and SPCA Journeyman examinations; fumigation needs an additional exam.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Take and pass Core (A) and SPCA Journeyman exams.
Official sourcePrepare your application
Apply with the agency
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
New Structural Pest Control Applicator License Application
Official sourceConfirm your next step with the agency
Review the official instructions for your situation before applying.
Open the official agency page
What else should I know?
Agency guidance
For-hire structural applicators must work for a licensed structural pest-control company.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Structural Pest Control Applicators (SPCAs) are persons who apply pesticides or use any device to control, mitigate, or repel pests that are in, on, or around structures and work for a licensed Structural Pest Control Company.Official source
Agency guidance
Each company needs a licensed SPCA Master; initial and annual company fees total $300 including the $100 surcharge.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Employ at least one SPCA Master with a valid MN applicator license ... Structural Pest Control Company | $200 | $100 | $300Official source
When do I renew, and is CE required?
Renewal
From date of issuance through December 31.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
From date of issuance through December 31.Official source
Continuing education topics
Meet recertification requirements each year before renewal.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Applicators must meet recertification requirements every year before renewal.Official source
Have a license or permit? Use the expiration date printed on it to set up your calendar and reminders.
What does it cost?
License fee
$50
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Structural Pest Control Applicator | $50 | N/A | $50Official source
Renewal fee
$50
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Structural Pest Control Applicator | $50 | N/A | $50Official source
Bonds and insurance
Insurance
Companies must meet financial-responsibility and workers' compensation requirements.
Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Meet Financial Responsibility RequirementsOfficial source
Confirm the charges and conditions for your application with the official agency.
What are the common questions?
What is the pest control license fee in Minnesota?
$50
Source and quotation
Structural Pest Control Applicator | $50 | N/A | $50Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Which official sources support this guide?
Official sources and verification (11)
Last verified Oct 25, 2026. Each quotation supports the corresponding published value.
Board
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Official agency page
https://mn.gov/elicense/a-z/?id=1083-231033
Structural Pest Control Applicator (SPCA) / Company LicenseOfficial source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Apply with the agency
https://mn.gov/elicense/a-z/?id=1083-231033
New Structural Pest Control Applicator License ApplicationOfficial source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Qualifications / Exam
Pass Core (A) and SPCA Journeyman examinations; fumigation needs an additional exam.
Pass Core (A) and SPCA Journeyman examinations; fumigation needs an additional exam.
Take and pass Core (A) and SPCA Journeyman exams.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Qualifications / Insurance
Companies must meet financial-responsibility and workers' compensation requirements.
Companies must meet financial-responsibility and workers' compensation requirements.
Meet Financial Responsibility RequirementsOfficial source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Fees / License
$50
50
Structural Pest Control Applicator | $50 | N/A | $50Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Fees / Renewal
$50
50
Structural Pest Control Applicator | $50 | N/A | $50Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Renewal
From date of issuance through December 31.
From date of issuance through December 31. Applies to: Structural Pest Control Applicator license
From date of issuance through December 31.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Continuing education topics
Meet recertification requirements each year before renewal.
Meet recertification requirements each year before renewal.
Applicators must meet recertification requirements every year before renewal.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Agency guidance
For-hire structural applicators must work for a licensed structural pest-control company.
For-hire structural applicators must work for a licensed structural pest-control company.
Structural Pest Control Applicators (SPCAs) are persons who apply pesticides or use any device to control, mitigate, or repel pests that are in, on, or around structures and work for a licensed Structural Pest Control Company.Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Agency guidance
Each company needs a licensed SPCA Master; initial and annual company fees total $300 including the $100 surcharge.
Each company needs a licensed SPCA Master; initial and annual company fees total $300 including the $100 surcharge.
Employ at least one SPCA Master with a valid MN applicator license ... Structural Pest Control Company | $200 | $100 | $300Official source
Last verified Oct 25, 2026
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