The operation of an employment agency, employment counseling service, or employer-paid personnel service.
Business Activity
- Employer-Paid Personnel Service
- Employment Agency
- Employment Counseling Service
Requirements
- Certificate of Occupancy/Home Occupation Permit
- Corporate Registration (if applicable)
- Surety Bond *
- Financial Report for Employment Services
- Statement of Business Integrity
- Contract *
- Tax Registration & Clean Hands Certificate
* Not required for the Employer-Paid Personnel Service
Fee Schedule
Employment Services Fees
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6-month license - $49.00
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2-year license - $99.00
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4-year license - $198.00
Apply ONLINE
“Skip the Trip” and Use the DC Business Portal to conduct business wherever and whenever you choose.
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).








