What is a Reciprocity Request?
A reciprocity request allows your registered apprentices to work in another state under Apprentix’s sponsorship. Since our program is registered in Texas, other states require a formal reciprocity process to recognize apprentices for compliance.
Apprentix manages the entire end-to-end process with the state agency so you don’t have to navigate the paperwork.
Why You Need It
Your crews travel. If you want to send apprentices to another state for work, reciprocity ensures their registration stays valid.
Without reciprocity, hours don’t count. Apprentices not recognized in the state are considered unregistered, meaning their hours:
Don’t apply toward IRA compliance (risking tax credits)
Don’t count toward their apprenticeship completion
How Much Does It Cost?
$1,000 per state per contractor
One-time fee for each state where reciprocity is required
Apprentix initiates the request the same day you submit it
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can reciprocity requests be expedited?
No. While Apprentix files requests immediately, each state controls its own processing time.
Q: How long does reciprocity approval take?
It depends on the state but it typically takes 1-30 days to get reciprocity. Some states have 45 day policies but they know us so they usually approve faster than that. This is substantially faster than the 6-12 months it takes to register in each state.
Q: Do I need reciprocity for every project?
Only if apprentices are working in a state outside Texas.
Q: Why does each contractor have to get reciprocity?
States issue reciprocity at the contractor-level so each contractor has to submit all the paperwork required.