New York Article 19-A Request for NYS License ID Number is a form used by New York State businesses to request a unique, nine-digit New York State License ID Number. This number is needed to register with the Department of Taxation and Finance and is used to track business activities in the state. There are two types of New York Article 19-A Request for NYS License ID Number: a “Form ST-119.1” or “Form ST-119.2”. Form ST-119.1 is used to request an initial NYS License ID Number, while Form ST-119.2 is used to request a new or updated NYS License ID Number. These forms can be found on the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance website.