Welder License Requirements in Iowa

License Not RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam

Issuing agency: Iowa Division of Labor

Official licensing agency website

Exam provider: Not listed

Reciprocity And License Levels

License levels

Not listed

Reciprocity states

None listed

Notes

Iowa does not require a statewide occupational license for general welders. The Iowa Division of Labor enforces boiler and pressure vessel standards but does not issue a general welder license. Employer and project certifications per AWS or ASME may be required.

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