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Applications are processed within seven working days. The documents submitted are assessed and applicants are invited to sit an examination. The examination results are reviewed and the candidates are interviewed by a representative of the Electrical Inspectorate. Successful applicants are contacted and are required to collect the licence in person from the head office. The entire process can be completed within a two-month period.
The Wireman's Licence is valid for two years and must be renewed at the end of this period.
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A fee of TT$100.00 is to be paid upon submission of your application. Please note that payments can be made between the hours of 8:30 am and 12:00 pm and from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
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• Three current passport-sized photographs.
• National Identification Card.
• Valid Driver's Permit.
• BIR File Number (income tax file number).
• Technical certificates such as a City and Guilds Diploma, National
Examination Council (NEC).
• Certificate or Engineering Degree.
• Wireman's licence number (for renewals).
• Two letters of recommendation from licensed wiremen or current and previous employers.
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To become a licensed wireman you can apply online or visit the head office at:
Address: #48 Eastern Main Rd., Arouca
Phone: 692-6548
Applicants from Tobago are also required to apply at the head office in Trinidad.
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Qualified and practicing electricians are invited to apply for certification by the Government Electrical Inspectorate.
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Applications are processed within seven working days. An inspection date will be issued and an inspector will be assigned to conduct a site visit. Once the inspection is carried out the results will be furnished and a certificate will be issued for installations that have passed the inspection. Once all fees have been paid in full and the electrical installation meets the required standards, the certificate can be issued on site by the inspecting officer.
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A fee of TT$3.00 for each electrical point (switch, outlet) is to be paid upon submission of your application. Newly constructed buildings are required to undergo a preliminary inspection which carries an inspection fee of TT$40.00 for residential properties or TT$50.00 for commercial properties. Please note that payments can be made at the Government Electrical Inspectorate offices listed above from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm and from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
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Application forms are to be completed by the property owner and a licensed wireman, and submitted to your nearest Government Electrical Inspectorate office, along with the documents and fees listed in the following sections.
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Opening hours for these offices are 8:15 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
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To have your electrical installation inspected and certified, you must obtain an Application Form for Inspection of Electrical Installation from any of the Government Electrical Inspectorate offices.
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Property owners, electrical contractors and licensed wiremen can apply to have their electrical work inspected and certified.
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