New Hampshire Engineering Industry Licensing
Licensing requirements for engineering industry firms and individuals in New Hampshire.
This page provides an overview of engineering industry licensing in New Hampshire for individuals and firms. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
New Hampshire Engineering Company Licenses
New Hampshire Certificate of Authorization (Engineering)
Initial Registration
This section applies to engineering firms that are applying for a license in New Hampshire for the first time. If you already have a license and are looking to renew it, please see the renewal section.
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| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Turnaround: | Up to a month if board deliberation is required. Confirmation and registration is emailed to the business based on the contact information provided. |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
| Notarize: | Not required |
| Before you Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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| How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
This section applies to engineering firms that are already licensed in New Hampshire and need to renew their license.
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| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
| Notarize: | Not required |
| Notes: | Renewal notifications are sent by email at 60 days and within 15 days prior to the expiration of your license. |
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Amendment
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | ASAP - no specific time frame - must be updated for renewal. |
| Notes: | Notify the board in writing with any changes. |
New Hampshire Certificate of Authorization (Land Surveying)
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $75 for corporations and partnerships, $50 for sole-proprietorships |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
| Notarize: | Not required |
| Before you Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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| How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $75 for corporations and partnerships, $50 for sole-proprietorships |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
| Notarize: | Not required |
| Notes: | Renewal notifications are sent by email at 60 days and within 15 days prior to the expiration of your license. |
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Individual Licenses
New Hampshire Individual Engineering Licenses
New Hampshire Geologist-in-Training Certification
| Agency: | New Hampshire Board of Professional Geologists |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $300 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
New Hampshire Professional Engineer License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $150 |
Reciprocal Registration
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Due: | Biennially by the last day of the licensee's month of birth. |
New Hampshire Professional Geologist License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $225 |
Reciprocal Registration
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Due: | Biennially by the end of the licensee's birth month. |
New Hampshire Professional Land Surveyor License
| Agency: | New Hampshire Board of Land Surveyors |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $120 |
Reciprocal Registration
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Due: | Biennially by the end of the licensee's month of birth. |
Learn about engineering licensing in other states:
Design Firm - Engineering firm registration is sometimes grouped with architecture and land surveying on a single “design firm” application form.
EI (Engineering Intern) - A term also used to describe an Engineer in Training.
EIT (Engineer in Training) - A professional designation granted upon having completed at least 3 years of school at an ABET-accredited university and having passed the FE exam.
FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) - An exam testing on basic engineering principles that is required to become an engineer in training.
PE (Professional Engineer or 'Principles and Practice in Engineering') - Means either Professional Engineer or refers to the Principles and Practice in Engineering exam that is a prerequisite for an engineering license.
Reciprocity - When a licensed engineer in one state can provide documentation (often an NCEES Record) to more easily apply for a license in another jurisdiction.
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
Accrediting board that sets standards for university programs in a variety of applied science disciplines.
American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)
Engineering, architecture, and land surveying advocacy group.
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Organization that provides continuing education, professional conferences, and advocacy efforts to the civil engineering community.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Mechanical engineering organization that focuses on education and professional development.
Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC)
Reviews accreditation requirements and makes final decisions regarding the accreditation process.
National Council of Examiners for Engineering & Surveying (NCEES)
Develops, administers, and scores the exams used for engineering licenses.
National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE)
NSPE is an advocacy group for professional engineers.
