South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners

Forms and Applications

For questions regarding renewals, application procedures or label requests, contact Alice M. DeBorde, Administrative Assistant, at (803) 896-4408.

For questions regarding investigative procedures or complaints please contact the Office of Investigations and Enforcement at (803) 896-4470.

Renewals

• 2025-2027 Individual Architect Renewal Form

• 2025-2027 Architect Firm Renewal Form

• Emeritus Form

Reciprocity and Exam Information

Online Electronic Application

The online electronic application allows you to upload the required documentation and make payment via credit card or electronic check. You should print the instructions and required forms before beginning your application. This link will contain the supplemental documents you will need to upload to your online application. This electronic application is only available to first-time applicants.

1. Please download and print the instructions and supplemental documentation before beginning the online electronic application.

   • Reciprocity requirements, instructions and supplemental forms.

   • Exam requirements,instructions and supplemental forms.

2. Apply Online for Licensure by Reciprocity or Exam.

Paper Application Forms

Below are paper applications that may be filled out and mailed in to the Board. The forms below may not be used in conjunction with the online electronic application listed above.

• Requirements for Licensure by Reciprocity

• Requirement for Registration by Examination

• Reciprocity / Exam Application

Reinstatement Information

Reinstatement Application and Instructions

Emeritus

• Emeritus Architect Application

Firm Licensure Certificate of Authorization (COA)

COA Instructions and Application

Firm Reinstatement Certificate of Authorization (COA)

COA Reinstatement Application and Instructions

Firm Amended Certificate of Authorization (COA)

• Amended Certificate of Authorization (COA) (used to make changes to your firm registration, i.e., address, architect in responsible charge, etc)

Other Forms and Information

• Forms from the Secretary of State's Office

• Information on Registered Agents

• Request form for List of Licensees

• Complaint Form

• Change of Address Form