Todd Bryant is a graduate of Germantown Academy and the University of Pittsburgh College of Business Administration Honors College.
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4 thoughts on “Arizona Contractors License Reciprocity Agreements: A Quick Guide”
Hello – I had a CA specialty license in Painting C33 since 1984 and was granted reciprocity when I moved to AZ. That was in September 2020. I have not yet taken the AZ Business License or Law exam. Can you provide the link for me to get that completed? Do I need to get past any additional hurdles in order to obtain my AZ specialty painting commercial/residential license?
I already have a registered LLC in Arizona.
Thank you,
Lee Turchin [email protected]
Hi Lee,
You will likely need a CR-34 License (Specialty Dual License for Painting and Wall Covering). To obtain this license, you must pass the Statutes and Rules Exam (SRE) and the Trade Exam. However, since you qualify for reciprocity, you may be eligible for a waiver for trade exams you have already completed in your home state.
The SRE course and exam are available exclusively online here and must be taken through the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC). To determine the exact exam requirements for your license classification, refer to the Registrar’s License Classification Requirements.
I am interested in getting licensed in Arizona. My current classification in California is B and C-17
My speciality is Doors, Frames and Hardware Supply and Installation . and Multi Family Windows
My Current Lic. (Mcduff Daniels Inc.) was Issued in 1990, but I have been licensed since 1975
Arizona currently has reciprocity agreements with California, and since you’ve held your licenses for more than five years, you may qualify for this program.
To determine how your California classification translates in Arizona, you can refer to the Reciprocal Classifications List. For example, a Class B license in California aligns with several Arizona classifications, including Class B General Residential Contractor, B1 General Commercial Contractor, B2 General Small Commercial Contractor, B3 General Remodeling and Repair Contractor, C-61 Limited Remodeling and Repair, KB-1 Dual Building Contractor, and KB-2 Dual Residential and Small Commercial.
However, it’s important to note that reciprocity does not mean a full transfer of your license—it simply streamlines the process by recognizing your experience and credentials from your home state.
Keep in mind that you will likely need to secure an Arizona contractor license bond, even if you already have a California bond. If you need assistance with bonding, feel free to reach out for a free quote here.
Hello – I had a CA specialty license in Painting C33 since 1984 and was granted reciprocity when I moved to AZ. That was in September 2020. I have not yet taken the AZ Business License or Law exam. Can you provide the link for me to get that completed? Do I need to get past any additional hurdles in order to obtain my AZ specialty painting commercial/residential license?
I already have a registered LLC in Arizona.
Thank you,
Lee Turchin
[email protected]
Hi Lee,
You will likely need a CR-34 License (Specialty Dual License for Painting and Wall Covering). To obtain this license, you must pass the Statutes and Rules Exam (SRE) and the Trade Exam. However, since you qualify for reciprocity, you may be eligible for a waiver for trade exams you have already completed in your home state.
The SRE course and exam are available exclusively online here and must be taken through the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC). To determine the exact exam requirements for your license classification, refer to the Registrar’s License Classification Requirements.
For additional guidance, you can check out our Arizona Contractor License Guide. If you have any further questions or need the latest information, it’s best to contact the Arizona Registrar of Contractors at 602-542-1525 or visit their official website.
I am interested in getting licensed in Arizona. My current classification in California is B and C-17
My speciality is Doors, Frames and Hardware Supply and Installation . and Multi Family Windows
My Current Lic. (Mcduff Daniels Inc.) was Issued in 1990, but I have been licensed since 1975
Arizona currently has reciprocity agreements with California, and since you’ve held your licenses for more than five years, you may qualify for this program.
To determine how your California classification translates in Arizona, you can refer to the Reciprocal Classifications List. For example, a Class B license in California aligns with several Arizona classifications, including Class B General Residential Contractor, B1 General Commercial Contractor, B2 General Small Commercial Contractor, B3 General Remodeling and Repair Contractor, C-61 Limited Remodeling and Repair, KB-1 Dual Building Contractor, and KB-2 Dual Residential and Small Commercial.
However, it’s important to note that reciprocity does not mean a full transfer of your license—it simply streamlines the process by recognizing your experience and credentials from your home state.
Keep in mind that you will likely need to secure an Arizona contractor license bond, even if you already have a California bond. If you need assistance with bonding, feel free to reach out for a free quote here.
Best of luck with your new business venture!