Licenses and Permits
Required Licenses and Permits for New Jersey Businesses
If you are a registered business in New Jersey, your company or members of your staff may be required to hold professional or occupational licenses. You may also need construction or safety permits as well as environmental licenses for certain business activities. The New Jersey Business Action Center makes it easy for you to find the State licenses and permits you need by providing the following links all in one place for your convenience. You will find New Jersey's common permits, licenses and certifications below.
Not yet registered as a business in New Jersey? Go first to Starting a Business to register your business, and then return to this page for licensing and permitting requirements. Of course, if you have any questions about NJ licenses and permits, don't hesitate to contact a Business Advocate at the New Jersey Business Action Center. Call us at 866.534.7789 Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. We're ready to help you!
Frequently Requested Licenses & Registrations
- Home Improvement Contractors & Landscapers
- Child Care Centers
- Limousine Companies
- New Home Builder Registration and Renewal
- Combined Cigarette License Application
- Restaurants and Food Preparation for Retail Sale
- Telemarketing Companies [pdf 151KB]
- Employment Agency including Temporary Employment, Nurse Registry, Home Health Aid, etc.
- Pesticide Applicator / Operator / Business
Occupational Licensing & Certificate
- NJ License & Certification Guide
- Professional Board and Advisory Committees
- New Jersey Career Assistance Navigator
Environmental Licenses and Permits
- DEP's Online Business Portal
- Environmental, Permits and Regulations and Business Assistance Resources
- Compliance Assistance
- Occupational Safety & Health
- Bureau of Environmental Radiation
- Nonpoint Pollution Control Permits
- The Environmental Laboratory & Measurements Certification Program
Construction Permits and Safety Information
