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How to get a HVAC technician license in Mississippi

Requirements, license levels, and the issuing authority — sourced from Mississippi's official board.

Work under $10,000 is not state-licensed but may be regulated locally. EPA 608 required for refrigerants.

Issuing authority: Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC).. Official page: https://www.msboc.us/

License levels in Mississippi

Mississippi HVAC technician licensing at a glance

RequirementsA commercial license with the Mechanical classification is required for HVAC work valued at $10,000 or more. Applicants typically need about 4 years of HVAC field experience and must pass two PSI examinations (Mississippi Mechanical Contractor trade exam and Mississippi Business & Law exam) at 70%, and demonstrate financial responsibility (net worth around $20,000+).
ReciprocityNot specified on the official page reviewed.
RenewalAnnual. Beginning 2026, MSBOC sends annual renewal notices by email only.
NotesWork under $10,000 is not state-licensed but may be regulated locally. EPA 608 required for refrigerants.

Questions

Do you need a license to work as a HVAC technician in Mississippi?
Work under $10,000 is not state-licensed but may be regulated locally. EPA 608 required for refrigerants.
What HVAC technician license levels does Mississippi have?
The levels are Commercial contractor license with a Mechanical classification (HVAC).
How do you get licensed as a HVAC technician in Mississippi?
A commercial license with the Mechanical classification is required for HVAC work valued at $10,000 or more. Applicants typically need about 4 years of HVAC field experience and must pass two PSI examinations (Mississippi Mechanical Contractor trade exam and Mississippi Business & Law exam) at 70%, and demonstrate financial responsibility (net worth around $20,000+).
Does Mississippi have HVAC technician license reciprocity?
Not specified on the official page reviewed.

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