The State of Minnesota does not hold reciprocal licensing agreements for General Contractors licensed in other states. This is because Minnesota offers two very specific license classifications to General Contractors:
- Residential Building Contractor License
- Residential Remodeler License
Out-of-state contractors who want to work on construction projects in Minnesota must obtain one of these license classifications from the MN Department of Labor & Industry (DLI).
As part of the licensing process, contractors are required to:
- Choose a qualifying person to take and pass the pre-licensing exam
- Register their business with the appropriate entities and obtain the proper tax numbers
- Obtain the proper forms of insurance
- Prepare and submit an application to the DLI, along with the appropriate fees
For more information about obtaining a General Contractor License in the State of Minnesota, please visit: