Kansas Engineering Industry Licensing
Licensing requirements for engineering industry firms and individuals in Kansas.
This page provides an overview of engineering 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 Engineering Company Licenses
Kansas Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity (Engineering)
Initial Registration
This section applies to engineering 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.
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Agency Fee: | $170 |
Turnaround: | 2 business days with approval sent by mail |
Original Ink: | Required |
Before you Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
This section applies to engineering firms that are already licensed in Kansas and need to renew their license.
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $95 |
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Original Ink: | Not required |
Notarization Required?: | Not required |
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Amendment
Change of Business Address
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Agency Fee: | $0 |
Due: | The licensee shall notify the board in writing of any change of address within 30 days after the date of such change. |
Amendment
Change of Business Name
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Agency Fee: | $0 |
Required Attachments: | Attachments need for change in corporate, LLC, or LLP name:
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Amendment
Principal in Responsible Charge Change
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Agency Fee: | $0 |
Due: | In the event of a change of any principal, such change shall be provided to the board within 30 days after the effective date of such change. |
Required Attachments: | Attachments needed if you have a change in person(s) designated in Responsible Charge:
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Reinstatement
Form: | Application for Reinstatement Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity |
Agency Fee: | $100 |
Kansas Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity (Geology)
Agency: | Kansas State Board of Technical Professions |
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Yes |
Initial Registration
Form: | Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity - Application |
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Agency Fee: | $170 |
Original Ink: | Required |
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Registration Renewal
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $95 |
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Kansas Certificate of Authorization for Business Entity (Land Surveying)
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $170 |
Original Ink: | Required |
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NOTE: The Secretary of State may request a certificate from the Board of Technical Professions verifying a principal’s professional license and company name before approving the foreign registration. The KSBTP does not offer a form for this certificate, it can be obtained by emailing “ksbtpadmin@ks.gov” with the name of the principal in responsible charge and the proposed business name. |
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Registration Renewal
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $95 |
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Original Ink: | Not required |
Notarization Required?: | Not required |
Notes: | Renewal notices are sent out by November 30. |
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Individual Licenses
Kansas Individual Engineering Licenses
Kansas Professional Engineer License
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $60 |
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Reciprocal Registration
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Instructions: | Decide whether or not you are submitting an NCEES Council Record, then follow the instructions listed below in
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Filing Method: | Mail or online |
Agency Fee: | $250 |
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Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $70 |
Due: | Biennially by April 30. 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. |
Kansas Professional Geologist License
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $310 |
Reciprocal Registration
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Agency Fee: | $250 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $70 |
Due: | Biennially by June 30. 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. |
Kansas Professional Surveyor License
Agency: | Kansas State Board of Technical Professions |
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $60 |
Notes: | There are separate fees for the exams. |
Reciprocal Registration
Form: | Application Form for Professional Surveyor by Comity/Reciprocity |
Agency Fee: | $250 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $70 |
Due: | Biennially by March 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 engineering licensing in other states:
Design Firm - Engineering firm registration is sometimes grouped with architecture and land surveying on a single “design firm” application form.
EI (Engineering Intern) - A term also used to describe an Engineer in Training.
EIT (Engineer in Training) - A professional designation granted upon having completed at least 3 years of school at an ABET-accredited university and having passed the FE exam.
FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) - An exam testing on basic engineering principles that is required to become an engineer in training.
PE (Professional Engineer or 'Principles and Practice in Engineering') - Means either Professional Engineer or refers to the Principles and Practice in Engineering exam that is a prerequisite for an engineering license.
Reciprocity - When a licensed engineer in one state can provide documentation (often an NCEES Record) to more easily apply for a license in another jurisdiction.
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
Accrediting board that sets standards for university programs in a variety of applied science disciplines.
American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)
Engineering, architecture, and land surveying advocacy group.
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Organization that provides continuing education, professional conferences, and advocacy efforts to the civil engineering community.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Mechanical engineering organization that focuses on education and professional development.
Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC)
Reviews accreditation requirements and makes final decisions regarding the accreditation process.
National Council of Examiners for Engineering & Surveying (NCEES)
Develops, administers, and scores the exams used for engineering licenses.
National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE)
NSPE is an advocacy group for professional engineers.