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Before you submit your application

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    You must have the applicable Business Certificate based on your business’s legal structure. More info

      Although DCWP does not require submission of your Business Certificate in order to process your application, DCWP may request this document under section 20-104 of the New York City Administrative Code.

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    Complete the Basic License Application. More info

       

      The Basic License Application requires business information, including applicable identification numbers (such as EIN, SSN, or ITIN); contact information for the business location and business owner, history of criminal and / or civil charges for the business owners, partners, shareholders, and officers; and any DCWP license history for individuals named on the application and their relatives. Note: You must enter a regularly used email address. DCWP may send licensing documents and subpoenas, notices, requests, or other communications to your email address.

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    Complete the Process Serving Agency Background Information Form.

      Download Form (PDF )

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      Complete the Roster of Process Servers.

        DOWNLOAD ROSTER OF PROCESS SERVERS (PDF )

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        Submit a copy of a $100,000 surety bond, properly signed. More info

          The copy of the bond must name the City of New York as the Certificate Holder. The business name and address on the bond must match the information provided in the license application. The applicant must also submit a copy of the bond receipt showing that the bond has been paid in full and does not expire before the end of the licensing period.

        DOWNLOAD LIST OF BONDING COMPANIES (PDF )

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        Complete the Compliance Plan Affirmation.

          Download Compliance Plan Affirmation (PDF )

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          Complete the Electronic Device Certification Form.

            Download Electronic Device Certification Form (PDF )

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            Complete the Recordkeeping Certification Form.

              Download Recordkeeping Certification Form (PDF )

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              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 )

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                All Sole Proprietors, General Partners, Corporate Officers, Principals, Directors, Members, and Shareholders owning 10% or more of company stock must schedule an appointment with IdentoGO to be fingerprinted. More info

                  Visit uenroll.identogo.com. Enter Service Code and Agency ID. Service Code is 1585J9. Agency ID is the numbers only from Application Number. Application Number is on your receipt or confirmation letter when you apply online. Example: For Application Number 1234567-2023-AHIC, enter only 12345672023 as Agency ID. Follow the instructions and pay the required fee(s). IMPORTANT: Anyone required to be fingerprinted should schedule an appointment as soon as possible to complete this requirement.

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                List of Fees. More info

                  • $340: License Fee for applicants who file for a new process server individual license from March 1 of years that end in an even number to August 31 of years that end in an even number.
                  • $255: License Fee for applicants who file for a new process server individual license from September 1 of years that end in an even number to February 28 of years that end in an odd number.
                  • $170: License Fee for applicants who file for a new process server individual license from March 1 of years that end in an odd number to August 31 of years that end in an odd number.
                  • $85: License Fee for applicants who file for a new process server individual license from September 1 of years that end in an odd number to February 28 of years that end in an even number.
                  • Fingerprint Processing Fee per person. 
                  • Non-Refundable Convenience Fee for paying with a credit card.

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                List of accepted payment methods. More info

                  • Check (Payable to NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, accepted only for in person application submissions.)
                  • Money Order (Payable to NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, accepted only for in person application submissions.)
                  • Credit card including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover Card.

                • Ready to Apply?

                Apply Online Apply in Person

                Steps to apply online:

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                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.

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                  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:

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

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                      Schedule an appointment to file in person at the DCWP Licensing Center or NYC Small Business Support Center. View flyer to learn how to schedule an appointment.

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