Renew Your DCWP License

1. Login.
2. When you are logged in, you will see a Business Dashboard with your business records, including all license records, submitted and draft application forms, pending fees, and other records related to your business.
3. Under the "Licenses" section, select the license that is eligible for renewal.
4. View the License details.
5. Select the action "Renew License."
6. Review renewal application information and make updates as necessary.
7. Upload required documents, if applicable.
8. Pay renewal fees, if applicable. Note: Pay by e-check or credit card. Credit card payments are subject to a nonrefundable convenience fee.
9. Submit the renewal application. Reminder: Submitting your renewal application does not mean that your license is automatically renewed.
10. Track the status of your renewal application from your Business Dashboard.

Questions? Email onlineappsdocs@dcwp.nyc.gov or call (212) 487-4060.

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If you do not have an online account with DCWP, you can create account and link your business using a PIN. 

1. Create Account.
2. On your Business Dashboard, select the "Services tab."
3. Select "Link Business to My Account."
4. Enter PIN found in Part 1 of your Renewal License Application. If you do not have a PIN*, you can Request PIN.
5. Click "Link Business."
6. Confirm your Business Name and Address.
7. Return to your Business Dashboard to view linked business records.
8. Under the "Licenses" section, select the license that is eligible for renewal.
9. View the License details.
10. Select the action "Renew License."
11. Review renewal application information and make updates as necessary.
12. Upload required documents, if applicable.
13. Pay renewal fees, if applicable. Note: Pay by e-check or credit card. Credit card payments are subject to a nonrefundable convenience fee.
14. Submit the renewal application. Reminder: Submitting your renewal application does not mean that your license is automatically renewed.
15. Track the status of your renewal application from your Business Dashboard.

*If you need additional help with your PIN, please send an email to OnlineHelp@dcwp.nyc.gov. You will receive a response within two business hours.

Questions? Email onlineappsdocs@dcwp.nyc.gov or call (212) 487-4060.

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We encourage you to submit your renewal application online as in-person services are limited. DCWP online services are available 24/7. Use the steps above to login/create account today!

If you still prefer to submit your renewal application by mail or in person, you can:

• Mail in your completed renewal application and applicable documents and fee to:

DCWP Licensing Center
42 Broadway
New York, NY 10004

• Schedule an appointment to meet with a DCWP representative. As of June 30, 2025, in-person Licensing services are no longer available in Queens. Licensing and Collections services are by appointment only in the Licensing Center at 42 Broadway in Manhattan only. View flyer to learn how to schedule an appointment.

Note: You can pay by check or money order, payable to NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection. Include your license number. Credit cards accepted at the DCWP Licensing Center include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover Card. Credit card payments are subject to a nonrefundable convenience fee.