Exam Waiver
Exam waiver available
You may qualify to skip the trade exam. Classification and exam history restrictions apply.
Potentially waived:
The qualifying North Carolina trade examination, when your source classification and exam history satisfy the agreement.
Still required:
Business & Law exam (if applicable), full application, supporting documents, and all fees.
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Document Checklist
Print this list and check off each item before submitting your application. Incomplete applications are the single most common cause of delay.
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Completed NC General Contractor application
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Examination Waiver form (completed by TN board)
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Proof of current TN contractor license
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License verification from TN board
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Financial statement
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Proof of workers comp insurance (if applicable)
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Fee Summary
| Fee |
Amount |
Pay To |
| NC Application fee |
$75 |
NCLBGC |
| NC Business and Law exam fee |
$80 |
PSI Services (exam provider) |
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Processing Timeline
4–8
Estimated
weeks from complete application submission
to license issuance
Processing times fluctuate with board workload and application volume. Verify current wait times directly with the North Carolina board before planning project commitments.
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Sources & Verification
Requirements change without notice. Before submitting your application, confirm each source link below is still current and verify the requirements have not been updated since this report was generated.
Disclaimer: This report is for informational planning purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Requirements change without notice. Verify all requirements directly with the applicable state licensing board at the URLs provided before submitting any application. Fees and requirements may change. Contractor Reciprocity is not affiliated with any licensing board and is not responsible for application fees lost due to reliance on this report without independent verification.