An official website of the State of Georgia.
The .gov means it’s official.
Local, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. State of Georgia government websites and email systems use “georgia.gov” or “ga.gov” at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you’re on an official state website.
Still not sure?
Call 1-800-GEORGIA to verify that a website is an official website of the State of Georgia.
Your profession may require a license or certification to work in Georgia.
State agencies certify and license different types of professionals. Certification or license applications vary by industry and state organization. You may be able to transfer your out-of-state certification to a state equivalent.
When you apply for a professional license or certification, you’ll need:
Different state organizations are responsible for certifying various industry professionals. For example, many professional certifications, such as nurses and plumbers, are processed by the Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary of State’s Office (SOS). Visit the respective state organization to apply for, transfer, or renew your professional license.
| Profession or Industry | State Organization |
|---|---|
| Various (Architecture, Nursing, Therapy, etc.) | Georgia Secretary of State |
| Educators | Georgia Professional Standards Commission |
| Law | State Bar of Georgia |
| Physicians | Georgia Composite Medical Board |
| Insurance Agents | Georgia Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner |
| Animal and Plant Industry | Georgia Department of Agriculture |
| Real Estate Agents | Georgia Real Estate Commission & Appraisers Board |
| Dentists | Georgia Board of Dentistry |
| Pharmacists | Georgia Board of Pharmacy |
| Commercial Drivers | Georgia Department of Driver Services |
If your profession is certified by SOS, you can purchase or renew your professional license or certification through the Professional Licensing Boards Division’s online portal. If your profession is certified by another organization, please follow their application instructions.