Fireworks / Pyrotechnics License in the U.S.A.


Is a Fireworks Pyrotechnics License Required in Every State?

Actually, No!
See below for a high level overview of which states require a license.

No License Required License Required
AL IA ND AK HI MA NC TN
AZ MI SD AR IL MN OH TX
FL MS VT CA KS MO OK UT
ID NJ VA CO KY MT OR WA
IN NM WY CT LA NE PA DC
      DE ME NV RI WV
      GA MD NH SC WI

You can get more detailed state to state licensing information from the American Pyrotechnics Association.

We can help if interested in joining our fireworks crew and becoming licensed in California.

Learn about the requirements to get a California fireworks/pyrotechnics license.