Follow the steps to successfully complete your application online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the NY Basic License Application and open it in your preferred document editor.
2. Determine your business structure. Based on whether your business is a sole proprietorship or if you have an individual general partner, complete Sections 1, 2, and 4 if YES; or Sections 1, 3, and 4 if NO.
3. In Section 1, provide your business's legal structure by selecting one option from the list. Enter the business name as registered with the appropriate authority, and include the doing-business-as (DBA) name if applicable.
4. Fill in the business address, including the street, city, state, ZIP code, and a contact number. If you choose to provide an email, enter it carefully, as DCWP may send official notices to this address.
5. Enter the Employer Identification Number (EIN) and the New York State Sales Tax Identification Number. Ensure to follow any special instructions pertinent to your business type.
6. For sole proprietors and individual partners, complete Section 2 by adding necessary personal details, including the Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number.
7. In Section 3, list information for any partnerships, corporate officers, shareholders, or members. Include personal details and indicate their ownership percentage.
8. Answer the background questions in Section 4 truthfully. This includes any previous licenses, civil charges, or obligations related to child support.
9. Review the application carefully. Provide the preparer’s statement if applicable, and ensure the affirmation at the end is signed, confirming the accuracy of all entries.
10. Once completed, you can save the changes, download, print the application, or share it as required.

Begin your application process today and ensure your business is compliant with the necessary licensing requirements.