How to get a general contractor license in Rhode Island
Rhode Island general contractor licensing covers hours, prerequisites, exam path, fees, and renewal. Confirm current rules on the board source before you apply.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
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- This includes how to renew a Registration/License, how to submit a payment, how to upload attachments, and how to print a Registration/License Certificate.
- Board page: Apply | Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board - RI.gov
Requirements overview
- Rhode Island sets experience, education, and exam rules for general contractor applicants
- Documented OJT or apprenticeship hours are common for journeyman / technician paths
- Master and contractor tracks usually add experience, exams, and firm paperwork
- Confirm current hour totals, affidavits, and fees on the state board before you apply
Exam
- See the Rhode Island contractor exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
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Renewals
- Most credentials renew on a fixed cycle with mandatory CE or training
- Roster watch → intake → assemble → sign → submit
Related: Exam · Renewal and CE
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