Electronics Store

Electronics Store License Application Checklist

Translated License Application Checklists in PDF

Who Must Have an Electronics Store License?

A business must have an Electronics Store license if it sells electronic goods, such as:

Cell phones
Tablets
Audio equipment
Video equipment
Photographic equipment
Computers or computer equipment
Calculators

A license is NOT required if:

The area used to display electronic goods is less than 20 percent of the total display space, as measured by linear feet and not square feet. OR
Fewer than 30 electronic goods are on display.

This description is only a general explanation of who must have an Electronics Store license.

Quick List of Requirements to Apply for an Electronics Store License

See Requirements section for detailed descriptions. Make sure you provide all requirements; otherwise, your application is incomplete. DCWP can only consider complete applications for license issuance.

Basic License Application
Sales Tax Identification Number OR Application Confirmation Number
Granting Authority to Act Affirmation (if applicable)
License Fee

Submitting your application does not mean your license is automatically approved.

Additional City or State Permits/Licenses/Clearances You May Need

If you or your business plan to engage in the repair or servicing of electronic equipment and/or home appliances, you must also obtain an Electronic & Home Appliance Service Dealer 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.

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 operating under a name other than your own must have a Business/Assumed Name Certificate.

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 must register and remain active with the New York State Division of Corporations. You can check your status at dos.ny.gov/corps.

Requirements

DCWP will deny your application if you do not submit these required documents and information:

Basic License Application.
Online submission: After reviewing the requirements, please click the Apply Online link at the bottom of the page to submit your application.
In-person submission: Download the Basic License Application.

Sales Tax Identification Number OR Application Confirmation Number.
To apply for a Certificate of Authority in order to collect sales tax, visit businessexpress.ny.gov.

Granting Authority to Act Affirmation, if applicable (download Affirmation).
Required if someone other than the license applicant will prepare and submit this application.

Note: The applicant must sign the license application and all related forms.

License Fee.
License Period: 2 years | Expiration Date: December 31, Even years.

If You File Your Application Between These Dates:	License Fee Option 1	License Fee Option 2
From January 1 in an odd year to June 30 in an odd year	Pay $340 for a license expiring December 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 24 months.)	N/A
From July 1 in an odd year to December 31 in an odd year	Pay $255 for a license expiring December 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 18 months.)	N/A
From January 1 in an even year to June 30 in an even year	Pay $170 for a license expiring December 31 of the same even year. (Valid for at most 12 months.)	N/A
From July 1 in an even year to December 31 in an even year	Pay $85 for a license expiring December 31 of the same even year. (Valid for at most 6 months.)	Pay $425 for a license expiring December 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 30 months.)

Pay by:

○ Check or money order payable to DCWP. (In person)
○ Credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card only).
You will be charged a nonrefundable Convenience Fee. (In person or online)

Application Filing Process

File Online

Review requirements and gather all materials.
Click the Apply Online button below to login or create an account to start your online license application.

Important: If you need to file another license application, return to the Apply for a DCWP License page to read requirements and proceed to the next online application.

File In Person
Schedule an appointment to file in person at the DCWP Licensing Center or NYC Small Business Support Center

DCWP LICENSING CENTER
42 Broadway, Lobby
New York, NY 10004
By Appointment Only Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Last appointment: 3:30 p.m.

NYC SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT CENTER
90-27 Sutphin Blvd, 4th Floor
Jamaica, NY 11435
By Appointment Only Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Last appointment: 3:30 p.m.

By Email: LicensingAppointments@dcwp.nyc.gov
By Phone*: Call (212) 436-0441. (Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.)

*This number is to schedule an appointment for in-person service only. For general questions, email onlineappsdocs@dcwp.nyc.gov.

Free Interpretation Services are available on-site. To request a disability-related accommodation, visit our Accommodations page.

Additional Resources for Electronics Stores

For the laws and rules that may affect your business, visit our Laws page.

Download Inspection Checklist: Electronics Store.

For resources to help your business open, operate, and grow, visit nyc.gov/business.

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