Process Server Individual License

Before you submit your application

Complete the Basic Individual License Application.
Download Basic Individual License Application (PDF)
Complete the Process Server Individual Background Information Form.
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Applicants must submit a current color passport-size photograph of themselves. Note: Applicants can be photographed at the DCWP Licensing Center at no cost or upload their photo online.
Applicants must post a surety bond for the duration of the license period. Submit one proof of bond requirement:
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Complete the Roster of Process Serving Agencies.
DOWNLOAD ROSTER OF PROCESS SERVING AGENCIES (PDF)
Complete the Electronic Device Certification Form.
Download Electronic Device Certification Form (PDF)
Complete the Recordkeeping Certification Form.
Download Recordkeeping Certification Form (PDF)
Complete the Child Support Certification Form.
DOWNLOAD CHILD SUPPORT CERTIFICATION FORM (PDF)
If the license application will be filed by someone other than the applicant, complete the Granting Authority to Act Affirmation.
Download Granting Authority to Act Affirmation (PDF)
Process Server Individual applicants must be fingerprinted at the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Licensing Center.
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NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)
Licensing Center
42 Broadway, Lobby
New York, NY 10004
onlineappsdocs@dcwp.nyc.gov
List of Fees.
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List of accepted payment methods.
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Apply Online
Apply in Person

Steps to apply online:

1.

Review the requirements for the license and gather all materials before clicking the Apply Online button. Note: You will be redirected to a new web page where you will need a registered account with the City of New York to submit an online application.

Apply Online

2.

After submitting an application online, print a copy of the Confirmation Page. The Confirmation Page will list the additional steps and materials required to complete the application. These materials are also listed above and must be submitted within five business days of filing the application online if they were not uploaded as part of the online application submission.

Steps to apply in person:

1.

Complete the required application forms and gather all necessary documentation identified in the section above.
2.

File all documentation and pay the required fees at the DCWP Licensing Center. The DCWP Licensing Center is open between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and between 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays.
NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)
Licensing Center
42 Broadway, Lobby
New York, NY 10004
onlineappsdocs@dcwp.nyc.gov

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