Kansas Architecture Industry Licensing
Licensing requirements for architecture industry firms and individuals in Kansas.
This page provides an overview of architecture industry licensing in Kansas for individuals and firms. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Kansas Architecture Company Licenses
Kansas Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity (Architecture)
Initial Registration
This section applies to architectural firms that are applying for a license in Kansas for the first time. If you already have a license and are looking to renew it, please see the renewal section.
| Form: | Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity - Application |
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| Agency Fee: | $170 |
| Original Ink: | Required |
| Before you Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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| How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
This section applies to architectural firms that are already licensed in Kansas and need to renew their license.
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $95 |
| Due: |
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| Penalties: | $20 late fee |
| Notes: | Renewal notices are sent out by November 30. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Amendment
Change of Name
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
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Amendment
Address Change
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Within 30 days of the effective date of the change. |
Amendment
Principal in Responsible Charge Change
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Within 30 days of the effective date of the change. |
Reinstatement
| Form: | Application for Reinstatement Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
Kansas Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity (Landscape Architecture)
| Agency: | Kansas State Board of Technical Professions |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Yes |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity - Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $170 |
| Original Ink: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $95 |
| Due: |
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| Notes: | Renewal notices are sent out by November 30. |
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Kansas Interior Design Firm License
Not required
Interior Design Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Kansas.
Kansas does not currently license or register interior design businesses.
Individual Licenses
Kansas Individual Architecture Licenses
Kansas Architect License
| Agency: | Kansas State Board of Technical Professions |
| Exam Required? | Yes |
Initial Registration
This section applies to architects that are applying for a license in Kansas for the first time.
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $60 application fee + $60 exam fee |
Reciprocal Registration
This section applies to architects licensed in another state that are looking for reciprocal licensure in Kansas.
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
Registration Renewal
This section applies to architects that are already licensed in Kansas and need to renew their license.
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| Agency Fee: | $70 |
| Due: | Biennially by June 30. Licensees whose last name begins with the letter A-L renew during even-numbered years and licensees whose last name begins with the letter M-Z renew during odd-numbered years. |
Kansas Interior Designer License
Not required
Interior Designer licensure is not required on the State level in Kansas.
Kansas Landscape Architect License
| Agency: | Kansas State Board of Technical Professions |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $60 |
| Notes: | There are separate fees for the exams. |
Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $70 |
| Due: | Biennially by December 31. Licensees with last names beginning with A through L must renew their license in even-numbered years. Those with last names beginning with letters M through Z must renew their license in odd-numbered years. |
Learn about architecture licensing in other states:
ARE (Architect Registration Examination) - Assesses candidates for their knowledge, skills, and ability to provide the various services required to be a practicing architect.
AXP (Architectural Experience Program) - NCARB program for architectural internship, a requirement for licensure that occurs after filling the educational requirements.
BEFA (Broadly Experienced Foreign Architect) - An alternative NCARB certification that allows foreign architects to independently practice architecture.
COA (Certificate of Authorization) - The most common name of the registration required for firms to practice architecture in a given state.
Design Firm - Architectural firm registration is sometimes grouped with engineering and land surveying on a single “design firm” application form.
NCARB Certification - Licensed architects have the option to become Certificate holders to signify that they have met national standards established by U.S. licensing boards for protecting public health, safety, and welfare. Certification also facilitates reciprocal registration in all 54 jurisdictions, 11 Canadian jurisdictions, and can be used to support an application for licensure in other countries.
Reciprocity - This is when a licensed architect in one state can provide documentation (often a NCARB certificate) to more easily apply for licensure in another jurisdiction.
State Board - Often referred to as the State Architects Licensure Board or Board of Architects, an individual state’s board serves as the regulatory authority for architects. The board qualifies and licenses individuals seeking architectural licensure. The board is responsible for preserving the public health, safety, and welfare of individuals who occupy built environments.
National Architecture Accrediting Board
NAAB establishes criteria for and accredits professional architecture degree programs in the United States.
The American Institute of
Architecture Students (AIAS)
AIAS is an independent, student-run group that promotes excellence in architecture education, training, and practice.
The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
AIA is a voluntary professional organization for architects providing advocacy, information, and community.
The Association of Collegiate
Schools of Architecture (ACSA)
ACSA represents architectural education programs across the globe.
The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
NCARB is the national organization representing the state registration boards.
