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ALERT: Notary License Changes Including Journal Requirement

As of February 1st, DOS will be issuing two types of notary licenses: traditional and electronic.

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OFFICE CLOSURE:

The Division of Licensing Services’ customer service center in Binghamton will be closed Friday, January 27. The customer service center will resume normal hours of operation (9:00am to 3:00pm) on Monday, January 30.

IMPORTANT UPDATES:

Remote Notarization

As of February 1st, DOS will be issuing two types of notary licenses: traditional and electronic.

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IMPORTANT UPDATE:

Customer Service Center in Buffalo

Effective November 10 2022, Licensing Customer Service Center will be closed until further notice. Licensing examinations will continue to be held as scheduled. All examination candidates are asked to follow COVID guidelines.

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Notary Public

Services include witnessing the signing of important documents, taking affidavits and depositions and giving oaths.

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Security Guard

A Security Guard is a person employed in NYS to protect persons and/or property from harm, theft, etc.

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Real Estate Broker

A Real Estate Broker engages in the business of a real estate brokerage.

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Real Estate Salesperson

A Real Estate Salesperson facilitates the purchase and sale of property on behalf of customers.

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Appearance Enhancement Business

Provides services included in the practice of cosmetology, esthetics, nail specialty, natural hair styling & waxing.

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Cosmetology

Provides service to the hair, head, face, neck or scalp.

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Licensed Professional

View all offered licenses, search, or file a complaint against a New York State licensed professional.

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Resources

Cease and Desist Zones

Apostille or Certificate of Authentication

When a document is to be used in another country, it may be necessary to have...

Important Guidance Regarding Gender-Neutral Pricing and Services

Prohibits businesses within the State from charging customers different prices...

Regulatory Proposals

Regulatory proposals being considered by the Division of Licensing Services.

License History and Certification

Use these form to request either a License History or Certification.

Electronic Fingerprinting

All applicants must submit electronic fingerprints. Rolled fingerprints are not...

Guidance Tenant Protection Act

Guidance for Real Estate Professionals Concerning the Statewide Housing Security...

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Right of Publicity

Providing private right of action for unlawful dissemination/publication of explicit depiction of deceased individual

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Barber

Barber Shop Owner/Area Renter

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Real Estate

Appraisal Management Company

Provides appraisal management services to creditors or to secondary mortgage market participants.

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Miscellaneous

Apostille or Certificate of Authentication

When a document is to be used in another country, it may be necessary to have the document authenticated.

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Security Services

Armored Car Carrier

An Armored Car Carrier is an entity which provides secured transportation of valuables.

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Security Services

Armored Car Guard

An Armored Car Guard is an individual employed by a licensed armored car carrier.

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Barber

Barber Apprentice

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Appearance Enhancement

Appearance Enhancement Business

Provides services included in the practice of cosmetology, esthetics, nail specialty, natural hair styling & waxing.

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Security Services

Security or Fire Alarm Installer

Installs, services or maintains security or fire alarm systems to detect intrusion, break-in, movement, sound or fire

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Security Services

Bail Enforcement Agent

Apprehends individuals who have failed to appear on bond or bail & surrenders them to the appropriate jail or court.

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Licensing Services

ALERT: Notary License Changes Including Journal Requirement

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The Division of Licensing Services’ customer service center in Binghamton will be closed Friday, January 27. The customer service center will resume normal hours of operation (9:00am to 3:00pm) on Monday, January 30.

As of February 1st, DOS will be issuing two types of notary licenses: traditional and electronic.

Popular Services