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In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, DLCP will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026. For immediate assistance, please refer to our list of online resources. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 

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Welcome to the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Consumer Alerts
Consumer Alerts
Business Licensing
Business Licensing
Corporate Registration
Corporate Registration
Consumer Protection
Consumer Protection
Professional Licensing (OPL)
Professional Licensing (OPL)
Special Events
Special Events
Short-Term Rental
Short-Term Rental
Vending
Vending
File a Complaint/Report a Business Occupational and Professional Licensing Complaint Form File a Complaint to the Office of Weights and Measures Submit A Vending Complaint

Welcome to the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Consumer Alerts
Consumer Alerts
Business Licensing
Business Licensing
Corporate Registration
Corporate Registration
Consumer Protection
Consumer Protection
Professional Licensing (OPL)
Professional Licensing (OPL)
Special Events
Special Events
Short-Term Rental
Short-Term Rental
Vending
Vending
File a Complaint/Report a Business Occupational and Professional Licensing Complaint Form File a Complaint to the Office of Weights and Measures Submit A Vending Complaint

Security Alarm Dealer

Business Activity

Security Alarm Dealer

 

Requirements

 

Fee Schedule

Security Alarm Dealer Fees

  • 2-year license - $99.00
  • 4-year license - $198.00
 

Apply ONLINE

“Skip the Trip” and Use the DC Business Portal to conduct business wherever and whenever you choose.

Apply for a Business License

 

 

IMPORTANT: The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection cooperates with other District of Columbia Government agencies to ensure applicants/licensees comply with all applicable D.C. Official Codes and Municipal Regulations. The agency reserves the right to request additional documentation and/or proof of inspection(s).