The Details
What you need
For a fee, the Board provides certified license verification documents to current and former licensees, as well as other licensing boards, jurisdictions, or interested parties. The certified verification document provides the following public information on each licensee:
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Name
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License type
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License number
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License issuance date
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License status
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License expiration date
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Disciplinary action information
Please note that the above-listed public information is also available, free of charge, through the Division of Occupational Licensure’s public “Check a License” database.
The Board does not complete licensing verification forms from licensing authorities in other states or jurisdictions, and provides only the above-listed public information to requestors.
Fees
Please note that a convenience fee may be assessed for all online credit card transactions. There is no fee for online payment by check.
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Request fee | $15 | each |
How to apply
- 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.