New Mexico Department of Agriculture
New Mexico Pest Control Licensing
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Complete New Mexico Certification Bundle
All courses required for New Mexico pest control certification.
8 Courses32 hours total$299Add to Cart
Renewal & Continuing Education Bundle
Required courses for license renewal and continuing education.
4 Courses16 hours total$149Add to Cart
Individual Courses
Pest control licensing in New Mexico
Renewing your pest control license in New Mexico is straightforward when you understand the state's process. LearnPest offers state-approved continuing education courses that make renewal easy for technicians in New Mexico. This guide outlines the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) licensing and renewal requirements for commercial, private, and public applicators.
How to renew your New Mexico pest control license
Renewal deadline · December 31 annually
Complete and sign the renewal form for your applicator type.
Complete required continuing education (see below for CEU requirements).
Include payment with the renewal application.
Provide a current Certificate of Liability Insurance (for Commercial Applicators only).
Submit all materials to the New Mexico Department of Agriculture by December 31.
Continuing education requirements
New Mexico requires continuing education hours by license type. Our bundles above are sized to satisfy these in a single sitting.
| License type | Required CEUs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Applicators | 4 General CEUs | |
| Commercial Applicators with Category 7D (Wood Destroying Pest) | 4 General CEUs + 4 Termite CEUs | |
| Commercial Operators/Technicians | 0 CEUs (Operators) / 4 Termite CEUs (Technicians) | |
| Private Applicators | 5 General CEUs | |
| Public Applicators | 4 General CEUs | |
| Public Applicators with Category 7D | 4 General CEUs + 4 Termite CEUs |
New Mexico licensing fees
Direct from the state agency's published fee schedule. Use these to budget renewals and certification.
License Renewal Fees
- Commercial Applicators$75 per applicator
- Operator Technicians$50 per applicator
- Termite Technicians$50 per applicator
- Public Applicators$0 per applicator
- Noncommercial Applicators$75 per applicator
- Pest Management Consultants$75 per applicator
- Private Applicators$15 per applicator
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are termites a problem in New Mexico?
Yes. Termites are found throughout New Mexico due to the state's warm climate, particularly subterranean and drywood termite species.
How do I become a certified pesticide applicator in New Mexico?
Register for an NMDA customer account, complete your application through Metro Online Services, and pass the required exams.
How much does it cost to register a pesticide in New Mexico?
Each pesticide product registration costs $100. Submit the registration form by email or mail to NMDA with the appropriate fee.
What happens if I don't renew my license by December 31?
Licenses not renewed by the deadline are considered expired, and work requiring a valid license must stop until renewal is processed.