Register, apply for, or renew a DLS Employment/Placement Agency license

All agencies and agents doing business in Massachusetts must be licensed or registered by the Department of Labor Standards (DLS). This includes agencies that do not have a physical office in Massachusetts. Questions? Call DLS at (617) 626-6969.

Application for initial or renewal license and registration

Visit https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/Default.aspx to apply or renew an Agency Registration in ePlace.

Agencies must pay a fee:

Payment must be made immediately following application submittal
Licensed Employment Agency (1-4 counselors)	$300 per year
Licensed Employment Agency (5 or more counselors)	$550 per year
Registered Placement Agency (Main Office)	$300 per year
Registered Placement Agency (each Branch Office)	$180 per year

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