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Third-Party Food Delivery Service
Third-Party Food Delivery Service License Application Checklist
Who Must Have a Third-Party Food Delivery Service License?
You must have a Third-Party Food Delivery Service license if you operate any website, mobile application, or other internet service that offers or arranges for the sale and same-day delivery or pickup of food and beverages prepared by a food service establishment (for example, a restaurant) in New York City that you do not own.
You must get a separate license for each trade name you use to conduct the business of a Third-Party Food Delivery Service.
You do NOT need a license if you operate a food service establishment that delivers its own food.
This description is only a general explanation of who must have a Third-Party Food Delivery Service 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.
Third-Party Food Delivery Service License Application Supplement
You must complete and affirm the information provided on this form. Download the Third-Party Food Delivery Service License Application Supplement.
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: August 31 in Odd Years
If You File Your Application Between These Dates:
- From September 1 in an odd year to February 28 or 29 in an even year:
- Pay $200 for a license expiring August 31 of the next odd year. (Valid for at most 24 months.)
- From March 1 in an even year to August 31 in an even year:
- Pay $150 for a license expiring August 31 of the next odd year. (Valid for at most 18 months.)
- From September 1 in an even year to February 28 in an odd year:
- Pay $100 for a license expiring August 31 of the next or same odd year. (Valid for at most 12 months.)
- From March 1 in an odd year to August 31 in an odd year:
- Option 1: Pay $50 for a license expiring August 31 of the same odd year. (Valid for at most 6 months.)
- Option 2: Pay $250 for a license expiring August 31 of the following odd 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.
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: SpecialAppsUnit3@dcwp.nyc.gov
Phone: (212) 487-4209. (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.
Additional Resources for Third-Party Food Delivery Services
- For the laws and rules that may affect your business, visit our Laws page.
- For resources to help your business open, operate, and grow, visit nyc.gov/business.
- Visit nyc.gov/DeliveryApps for an overview of the licensing and worker protection laws that affect your business.
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