Welder License Requirements in Ohio
License Not RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Industrial Compliance
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: Not listed
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Not listed
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
Ohio does not require a statewide occupational license for general welders. The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board does not issue a welder-specific license. The Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Industrial Compliance regulates boilers and pressure vessels. Employer certifications per AWS or ASME are commonly required.