Locksmith / Delaware
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Delaware Locksmith License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Installs, repairs, and opens locks. Licensed in ~15 states.

What the Delaware data shows for Locksmiths

Delaware sets the entry bar for locksmiths at board-approved training and a passing score on a state-approved exam. The credential is administered under Delaware's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Experience/Apprenticeship".

Budget $150 to get started on a 2-year cycle. There's no continuing-education mandate tied to this profession in Delaware, which keeps the long-run cost of staying licensed lighter than in CE-heavy states.

Delaware handles out-of-state credentials on a case-by-case basis instead of a standing reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
62/100
Locksmith · Delaware

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training A+
None required
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$150
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Delaware

Education / Training Hours
Experience/Apprenticeship
Not specified
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$150
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Not Required

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Delaware licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Locksmith in Delaware? ▼
Delaware's requirements cover, a state exam, and an initial fee of $150.
How do I get certified as a Locksmith in Delaware? ▼
To become a licensed locksmith in Delaware, you must meet the state's requirements. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Delaware licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Locksmith license to Delaware from another state? ▼
Out-of-state locksmith credentials get a case-by-case review in Delaware rather than automatic recognition. Interstate compacts exist for a number of professions and might still help. Confirm the details with the Delaware licensing board.
Does Delaware require a background check for Locksmith licensing? ▼
Delaware does not currently require a criminal background check for locksmith licensing, though this may vary by employer or specific role.

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Locksmith in Delaware is one requirement row in a locksmith-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Delaware's locksmith requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Locksmith in every state
  • Read the general portability rules before moving an existing license to a new state. Transfer guide
  • See how Delaware's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Delaware overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Delaware licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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