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Electrical licences

Energy Safe Victoria licences and registers all electrical tradespersons – this is a requirement to do electrical work in Victoria.

Licensing

Applying with ESVConnect

ESVConnect is our online platform for the Victorian electrical industry. Learn how to use it for licensing and registration here.

Licensing

Renew, replace or reinstate a licence

Renew, replace or reinstate your electrical licence.

Licensing

Licence types

All about licenses and registrations for electrical workers and industry.

Licensing

Fees

Our fee list for electrical licenses and renewals.

Licensing

Electrical licences FAQ

Answers questions about electrical licences.

Licensing

Interstate and International workers

You must have a licence issued by Energy Safe Victoria to work in Victoria – learn about mutual recognition and gap training here.

Complete licencing and registration in ESVConnect

Energy Safe Victoria no longer accepts paper-based applications for licences or registrations. All licensing and registration processes must be completed in ESVConnect.

Date: 17/12/2025 4:59

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