Florida

Universal License Recognition (2024)

Florida trade licenses are issued by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR); healthcare licenses go through the Department of Health.

Updated August 5, 2026Official source ↗

License Transfers Into Florida

Electrician

Easy Transfer (avg 76/100)

Contractor

Easy Transfer (avg 76/100)

HVAC Technician

Easy Transfer (avg 76/100)

Plumber

Moderate Effort (avg 50/100)

Nurse

Easy Transfer (avg 76/100)

Florida Licensing FAQs

Does Florida accept the NASCLA exam for contractors?+

Yes, Florida is one of the states that accepts the NASCLA Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors in place of its own trade exam for qualifying applicants.