How To Renew
Professional License
- Professional Licenses expire every 2 years on your birthday
- You can renew 120 days before your license expires
- If your license has been expired longer than 5 years you will need to pass the Washington Law Review for your profession
- PLS & OS Designers are required to maintain proof of their professional development hours (PDH)
Business License
- Licenses expire annually
- You can renew 120 days before your license expires
- You must have an active corporation/LLC registration with the Washington State Secretary of State and Department of Revenue
- Your designated engineer/land surveyor must have an active license
Before You Renew
- You must use Google Chrome as your browser and turn the Chrome pop-up blocker off before you start your renewal.
- You’ll need a SecureAccess Washington (SAW) login to renew online. If you don't have one, you'll create it before you start your renewal. How to set up a SAW account.
- Add “Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors” service to your SAW account.
- You can update your contact information during the renewal process.
- Be prepared to answer legal background questions and provide documents, if needed.
Payment Methods
- We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express or ACH for online renewals
- Check or money orders are accepted for renewals by mail
- Login or Sign-up to renew
- Access our service Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Land Surveyors (BRPELS).
- Submit a Renewal Application