Introduction
You must have an electrical licence or certificate to do electrical wiring work in NSW. This applies to all residential, commercial or industrial regardless of the cost of the work.
To help you get the information and documents you need to apply for a licence or certificate that's right for you:
- log in to our online tool with your MyService NSW Account
- complete the questions
- download the forms and documents you need
- check the qualifications, experience and supporting documents you need to provide.
Working in NSW with an interstate licence
You may be able to use your interstate licence to work in NSW. This is called the Automatic Mutual Recognition (AMR) scheme. If you are eligible you must notify the licence regulator of your intention to work in NSW.
Eligibility
To apply for a NSW electrical contractor licence or certificate you must be an individual with the approved qualifications and experience.
If you are currently an apprentice or trainee, you cannot apply for a licence or certificate. You must apply as soon as you finish your apprenticeship or traineeship to be able to keep doing electrical work.
Note: Companies, partnerships or contractors in a different trade are not eligible to apply using this online tool. See Company or partnership contractor licence.
How it works
When you log in with your MyServiceNSW Account you do not have to complete the form in one go. You can stop at any time and the form will be saved for you.
After you've completed the questions you can download the forms and documents you need for your licence or certificate application:
- supporting documents for additional details (if applicable)
- 'Referee's Statement Electrical Work' (if applicable).
You need to provide the following supporting documents:
- proof of your identity
- original copies of:
- your qualifications from TAFE or another Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
- your TAFE transcript of results, or your academic transcript from another Registered Training Organisation
- certificate of proficiency or craft certificate
- certificate of eligibility to obtain insurance (if applicable).
How to get started
You can get started with your application when you know what to expect and how it works.
- Select the ‘Start online’ button.
- Log in or create your MyServiceNSW Account.
- Follow the prompts and complete the questions.
- Download the forms and documents displayed.
- Gather your supporting documents.
- Complete your forms and upload them with your documents.
- Follow the prompts to book your appointment at a Service NSW Centre.
- To finalise your application, attend your appointment:
- with your identity documents
- get your profile photo taken
- make your fee payment.
Note: Some service centres do not accept cash. Check the available payment methods.
Assessing your application
Building Commission NSW will assess your application.
Do not start work until you have your approved licence or certificate.
Contact
For help with your application or more information about training and accreditation:
- contact Building Commission NSW
- call 13 27 00 Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5pm (Sydney time) excluding public holidays.