Welder License Requirements in South Carolina
License Not RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: Not listed
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
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Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
South Carolina does not require a statewide occupational license for general welders. The South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board does not issue a welder-specific individual license. Boiler and pressure vessel welding is regulated by the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (https://llr.sc.gov/). Employer certifications per AWS or ASME may be required.