New Mexico Contractor License Requirements
2026 guide to everything you need to know about contractor licensing in New Mexico.
447
Contractors in NM
439
Verified licenses
4 yrs
Avg. experience
10
Cities covered
New Mexico licensing board
New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries Division
License types in New Mexico
General Building (GB-98)
Two or more trades
General Engineering (GE)
Fixed works and infrastructure
Specialty Trades
Electrical (EE-98), Mechanical (MM-98), Plumbing (P)
Bond requirements
$5,000
Minimum surety bond
Bond based on license classification: $5,000 to $50,000
Insurance requirements
General liability insurance
Required. General liability and workers comp required
Workers' compensation
Required when you have employees.
Penalties for unlicensed work
Misdemeanor; fines up to $1,000 per day of violation; project stoppage; no lien rights
How to verify a license in New Mexico
1. Use the free verification tool
Search a database of 447 contractors in New Mexico by name, license number, or business name.
Verify a contractor now2. Check the official state board
Visit the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries Division for real-time license verification and disciplinary actions.
Visit New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries DivisionFrequently asked questions
Does New Mexico require a contractor license?+
Yes, New Mexico requires contractors to obtain a state license through the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries Division. 3 license types are available depending on the scope of work.
What are the bond requirements for contractors in New Mexico?+
New Mexico requires a minimum surety bond of $5,000. Bond based on license classification: $5,000 to $50,000
What are the penalties for unlicensed contracting in New Mexico?+
Misdemeanor; fines up to $1,000 per day of violation; project stoppage; no lien rights
Is insurance required for contractors in New Mexico?+
Yes, New Mexico requires contractors to carry insurance. General liability and workers comp required
How do I verify a contractor's license in New Mexico?+
You can verify a contractor's license through the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries Division website at https://www.rld.nm.gov/construction-industries/. You can also use our free license verification tool at vemra.ai/licensing/verify to search our database of 447 contractor profiles in New Mexico.
How many licensed contractors are there in New Mexico?+
Our database includes 447 contractor profiles in New Mexico, with 439 verified license numbers on file. The average contractor in New Mexico has 4 years of experience.