Electrician License Requirements in Nebraska
Last reviewed July 2026
To work as a licensed electrician in Nebraska, you'll apply through the licensing authority, meet an experience requirement, and pass a licensing exam based on the National Electrical Code. Here's how it breaks down.
Licensing authority
Nebraska State Electrical Division / State Electrical Board
Phone: (402) 471-3550
Website: https://electrical.nebraska.gov/
License types & experience
| License | Experience required | Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Journeyman Electrician Journeyman |
4 years / 8,000 hours employed by an electrical contractor (registered as an apprentice); an AAS degree can credit 1 year | 50 questions, 3 hours, open book, 76% to pass |
Renewal & continuing education
Journeyman reciprocity with AK, AR, CO, IA, ID, MN, MT, NM, ND, OK, SD, TX, and WY.
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⚠ Licensing requirements and fees change. This page is a summary, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements directly with Nebraska State Electrical Division / State Electrical Board before applying.
Sources: Nebraska State Electrical Division — Journeyman (official)