North Carolina Professional Stamp Tool
"(a) Certification of Final Drawings. Drawings or maps not subject to the exceptions in Paragraph (c) of this Rule shall conform to the following: (1) Certification is required on reproducibles or original drawings... (b) Certification of Specifications and Reports. All specifications, reports, or other documents, including letter reports and calculations, not subject to the exceptions in Paragraph (c) of this Rule shall conform to the following: (1) Certification is required on original specifications, reports, or other documents, including letter reports and calculations..." (21 NCAC 56 .1103(a)(1), (b)(1); this rule covers both Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors licensed by the Board.)
21 NCAC 56 .1103(a)(1) and (b)(1), 'Standard Certification Requirements,' NCBELS Board Rules compilation (Chapter 56 rules, effective dates through 2023 amendment). —
North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors
North Carolina stamp rules at a glance
North Carolina specifies a circular seal measuring 1.5 to 2 inches under 21 NCAC 56.1106, and accepts electronic seals for sealed submittals. Licensees complete 15 PDH per year.
| Licensing board | North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors |
|---|---|
| Stamp size | 1.5 to 2 inches (Circular seal) |
| Required elements | Full legal name, License number, "Professional Engineer", "State of North Carolina" |
| Governing statute | 21 NCAC 56.1106 |
| Continuing education | 15 PDH per year |
| Board phone | (919) 791-2000 |
| Architect board | North Carolina Board of Architecture |
Full dimensions for every state: PE stamp size requirements by state.
Checking whether a licence is current: North Carolina PE license lookup. What must appear on the seal: PE stamp requirements.
North Carolina Professional Stamp Tool
North Carolina at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- Digital Seals
- Accepted
- Continuing Education
- 15 PDH per year
- Profession Types
- 26 available
North Carolina stamps by profession
Frequently asked
What professional stamps are available in North Carolina?
North Carolina offers professional stamps for engineers, architects, land surveyors, and landscape architects.
Are digital professional stamps legal in North Carolina?
Yes, North Carolina accepts digital stamps and seals for most professions.