Welder License Requirements in Tennessee
License Not RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: Not listed
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Not listed
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
Tennessee does not require a statewide occupational license for general welders. The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance does not issue a welder-specific license. Boiler and pressure vessel welding is regulated by the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Employer certifications per AWS or ASME are commonly required.