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Electronic & Home Appliance Service Dealer License Application Checklist
Who Must Have an Electronic & Home Appliance Service Dealer License?
A person or business must have an Electronic & Home Appliance Service Dealer license to repair or service electronic equipment and/or home appliances. A license is also required if the repair work is done off-site.
This description is only a general explanation of who must have an Electronic & Home Appliance Service Dealer license.
License Requirements
The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) will deny your application if you fail to provide the required documents and information:
Basic License Application
Download Basic License Application
Apply Online! Review requirements and click the link at the bottom of the page to submit your application.
Sales Tax Identification Number OR Application Confirmation Number
To apply for a Certificate of Authority to collect sales tax, visit www.businessexpress.ny.gov.
Fingerprints and Processing Fee
All sole proprietors, general partners, corporate officers, principals, directors, members, and all shareholders owning more than 10% of company stock must schedule an appointment with IdentoGO to be fingerprinted:
- Visit https://uenroll.identogo.com
- Enter:
- Service Code: Enter 1585KT
- Agency ID: Enter 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.
Granting Authority to Act Affirmation
Required if someone other than the license applicant will prepare and submit this application. The applicant must sign the license application and all related forms. Download Granting Authority to Act Affirmation.
License Fee
License Period: 2 years
Expiration Date: June 30 in Even Years
If You File Your Application Between These Dates:
- From July 1 in an even year to December 31 in an even year:
- Pay $340 for a license expiring June 30 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 24 months.)
- From January 1 in an odd year to June 30 in an odd year:
- Pay $255 for a license expiring June 30 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 18 months.)
- From July 1 in an odd year to December 31 in an odd year:
- Pay $170 for a license expiring June 30 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 12 months.)
- From January 1 in an even year to June 30 in an even year:
- Option 1: Pay $85 for a license expiring June 30 of the same even year. (Valid for at most 6 months.)
- Option 2: Pay $425 for a license expiring June 30 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 30 months.)
Pay by:
- Credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card only)
(Online or in person)
You will be charged a nonrefundable 2% Convenience Fee. - eCheck (Online)
- Check or money order payable to DCWP (In person or by mail)
Important Message about Business Certificate
You must have the applicable Business Certificate based on your business’s legal structure. 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.
Sole Proprietors
Sole proprietors operating under a name other than your own must have a Business/Assumed Name Certificate.
Partnerships
Partnerships must have a Partnership Certificate and, if applicable, an Assumed Name Certificate for your business.
Corporations, Limited Partnerships, Limited Liability Companies, or Limited Liability Partnerships
Corporations, Limited Partnerships, Limited Liability Companies, or Limited Liability Partnerships must register and remain active with the New York State Division of Corporations. You can check your status at www.dos.ny.gov/corps.
Additional City or State Permits/Licenses/Clearances You May Need
If you or your business plan to sell audio equipment, video equipment, photographic equipment, computers or computer equipment, or calculators, you must also obtain an Electronics Store license.
If you or your business will buy or sell secondhand articles, you must also obtain a Secondhand Dealer General license.
This is not meant to be a complete list. See Additional Resources section.
Submit Your License Application to DCWP
You can submit your license application online or in person at the DCWP Licensing Center.
- ONLINE OPTION: After reviewing requirements above, click the Apply Online button below to login or create an account to start your online license application.
- IN-PERSON OPTION: Licensing appointments are available in hardship cases that require an in-person visit. View flyer to learn how to schedule an appointment for an in-person visit.
Questions? We’re here to help!
Email: onlineappsdocs@dcwp.nyc.gov
Phone: (212) 487-4060. (Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Free Interpretation Services are available on-site. To request a disability-related accommodation, visit our Accommodations page.
- For the laws and rules that may affect your business, visit our Laws page.
- Download Inspection Checklist: Electronic & Home Appliance Service Dealer.
- For resources to help your business open, operate, and grow, visit nyc.gov/business.
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