New Jersey plumber license & renewal
The requirements, the timing and the official sources. Everything we’ve verified, in one place.
Sources verifiedLast verified 2026-10-24
Before you begin
Agency guidance
New Jersey prohibits municipalities and local boards of health from issuing plumber licenses under N.J.S.A. 45:14C-12.2.
Verified 2026-10-24 — source and quotation
On or after the effective date of this 1987 amendatory and supplementary act, a municipality, local board of health or any other agency shall not issue any plumber's license.Official source
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
New Jersey State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers
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State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers
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Division of Consumer Affairs and Local Licensing
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Review fees and apply
Application fee
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Exam fee
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License fee
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Apply with the agency
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Reciprocity
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Agency guidance
On or after the effective date of this 1987 amendatory and supplementary act, a municipality, local board of health or any other agency shall not issue any plumber's license.Official source
Verified 2026-10-24
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