License Renewal Process Moves to the Web

Rather than print and mail license renewal forms as in past years, licensed technology system contractors must access their license renewal forms online from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry's Web site using the License Lookup feature.

Contractors: Follow these steps to renew your license

1. Visit DLI's License Verify Web page and choose your license type. Note: Internet Explorer must be used to access renewal.

2. On the License Lookup Web page that follows, enter your license number in the search field and click "Search."

3. Click the link for "Detail" next to the corresponding business name.

4. Click the "Renewal Form" button on the license detail page to obtain the renewal form.

5. Follow the instructions on the license renewal form paying close attention to the documents and fees required for your particular license.

6. Compile the renewal form, appropriate documents and fee and mail to the address printed on the renewal form.

Video: How to download a license renewal form; 01:23
	View this video outlining how to download a license renewal form for residential building contractors, electrical contractors, licensed technology system contractors and elevator contractors. (01:23)

Recommendations to ensure renewal application is complete:

Renewal applications are only considered received by DLI when they are complete. This means the correct fee is paid and all required documents are complete and accurate as submitted. Contractors can help themselves by doing the following:

Submit the correct fee with the renewal application.
Make sure the business entity's registration with the Minnesota Secretary of State is up-to-date by checking www.sos.state.mn.us (Business Nonprofits & UCC).
Make sure the business entity's true (legal) name, and assumed name if used, is included on all applicable forms.
If submitting a bond, make sure it has all required signatures and notarization.
Submit all required forms (make sure they are filled out).

Depositing a license fee means the fee was received. It does not mean a license was granted, issued, or renewed.

For help with questions about the license renewal procedure, call (651) 284-5034

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