The Montana ICEC (Independent Contractor Exemption Certificate) is a necessary certificate for independent contractors that exempts the state from providing them worker’s compensation benefits. You can think of this document as Montana’s version of a business license. You must have an active ICEC prior to practicing as an independent contractor in Montana, unless you have a corporation (i.e LLC, PLLC, S-Corp) registered in Montana.
Independent contractors can be fined up to $1000 for operating without a valid ICEC.