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Labor, Department of State
Businesses that employ child performers need a Certificate of Eligibility. The certificate comes from the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL).
First-time and temporary performers must apply for a 15-day permit. Afterwards, performers can get a certificate for one year.
The business must get this certificate if it pays a fee or controls the site where the child performs.
Certain requirements for the child's well-being must be met.
If you have any questions about this certificate, call the Permit and Certificate Unit of the Division of Labor Standards at (518) 457-1942. You also can send your questions by email to CPinfo@labor.ny.gov.
Additional resources
For more information, contact:
NYS Department of Labor
Division of Labor Standards
State Office Building Campus, Building 12
Albany, NY 12240
Phone: (888) 469-7365
Website: https://www.labor.ny.gov
Division of Labor Standards
State Office Building Campus, Building 12
Albany, NY 12240
Phone: (888) 469-7365
Website: https://www.labor.ny.gov
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