How to request duplicate license/change of address/change of name requests, architects

Learn how to submit requests for a duplicate certificate, change of address or name change.

Board of Registration of Architects

The Details

What you need

  • For name change or duplicate license, you MUST return your current license with the form below.
  • For address changes only, DO NOT return your current license. All addresses are subject to disclosure upon request, M.G.L. c4,s7.

Fees

Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Payments may be made with a check or money order. Please make checks or money orders payable to The Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Do not send cash.

Name Fee Unit
Duplicate license with or without an address change $17 each
Duplicate license with a name change $27 each
Name or address change without duplicate license $0 each

How to register

  • Applications, renewals, and reinstatements must be submitted online through the eLIPSE portal.
  • You will be asked to submit all required documents via the eLIPSE platform,  including a DOL CORI form. Once submitted, you will be notified of any required next steps.
  • Payment will also be made via the eLIPSE platform.
  • For instructions on managing your licenses and permits, view the DOL eLIPSE How-to-Guides.

Incomplete applications will be held open for 180 days from the date of application receipt to allow applicants to provide the missing information or documentation. After 180 days, the incomplete application will be considered abandoned, and applicants will need to submit a new application and payment. 

You may call our Welcome Center at 617-701-8895 any time between 9:00am- 5:00pm. Our welcome center staff will guide you through the process. 

You may visit our welcome center at One Federal Street, Suite 600, Boston MA 02110 between 9:00am- 5:00pm. Our welcome center staff will guide you through the process via our agency kiosks or your personal laptop/mobile device. 

To apply by mail or email, or if you need reasonable accommodation, please reach out to the board for next steps via the email or phone number below. 

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Contact

Address
Division of Occupational Licensure
One Federal Street, Suite 600, Boston, MA 02110-2012
Fax
617-701-8652

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