Class "D" Journeyman Electrical License

In order to ensure public safety through compliance with the International Construction Code (ICC) as adopted by the City of New Orleans as well as all other related state and parish regulations, electricians performing work within the City of New Orleans are required to obtain and renew annually an Electrical License from the City. Electricians with ICC certifications can apply as Class D Journeyman Electricians' ($60)

Registration Process

New license applicants must first submit a complete application package based on their type of license request to tradelicenseinfo@nola.gov. All applications are subject to be reviewed by a team member. Upon completion of the review and all requirements are met, the applicant (qualifying party) will receive a scheduled appointment to come into our office in person for the processing of their license. 

Required Documents

All documents are required to be saved and attached as separate PDF or PNG or JPEG to your email.

  • You must submit a passing examination ICC Offical Results Report F17 - National Standard Journeyman Electrician (stamped unofficial is not acceptable)
  • Complete the respective Electrical License Application
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Color passport photo or self-taken picture yearly.
    • PICTURE REQUIREMENTS: taken within 3 to 6 months for the date of application. Facing the camera, standing up, the top of the head to shoulders, no images in the background of the picture, no hats.
  • Copy of Driver’s License or State Identification Card
  • All Class "D" Journeyman Eletrician licenses are required to fill out and submit the Journeyman Acknowledgement Document.
    • ​According to City of New Orleans Code of Ordinances
      • Chapter 26-15 (27) Section 2704: A Journeyman electrician must be employed by and work under the supervision of a Class "A" Electrical Contractor.

Renewal

Class "D" Journeyman Electrical Licenses can be renewed online through the One Stop App. Attach all required documents to your renewal application in the One Stop App.

Required Documents

All documents are required to be saved and attached as separate PDF or PNG or JPEG.

  • Complete the respective Electrical License Application
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Color passport photo or self-taken picture yearly.
    • PICTURE REQUIREMENTS: taken within 3 to 6 months for the date of application. Facing the camera, standing up, the top of the head to shoulders, no images in the background of the picture, no hats.
  • Copy of Driver’s License or State Identification Card
  • All Class "D" Journeyman Eletrician licenses are required to fill out and submit the Journeyman Acknowledgement Document.
    • ​According to City of New Orleans Code of Ordinances
      • Chapter 26-15 (27) Section 2704: A Journeyman electrician must be employed by and work under the supervision of a Class "A" Electrical Contractor.

Duration

Expires on the license holder’s day of birth (as printed on issued Trade License card). Renewal periods starts 90 days before the license holder’s birthday.

Fees

  • Class D Journeyman Electrician $60.00 annual (delinquent fee of $5.00 per month/ 1st business day after birthday).

Pick-Up

The qualifying party or authorized agent is required to pick-up their City of New Orleans Trade License card. License pick-up is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM from the Department of Safety and Permits offices located at 1340 Poydras St, Suite 800, New Orleans, LA 70112.

Service provided by

Department of Safety & Permits

(504) 658-7200
1340 Poydras Street Suite 800 New Orleans, LA 70112

9am—5pm
Monday—Friday