Delaware Childcare Licensing
Delaware Childcare Licensing Fees (2026)
Delaware childcare licensing carries an application fee at first licensure and, in most cases, a recurring fee at renewal. Contact your Delaware licensing office to confirm the current application fee.
Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamDelaware Licensing Fees: The Specifics
licenses are renewed annually with the renewal application due at least 60 days before the license expires and no fee charged (DELACARE Regs for Family and Large Family Child Care Homes, Sec. 8 License Renewal
DELACARE Regs for Family and Large Family Child Care Homes, Sec. 8 License Renewal
DELACARE Regs for Early Care and Education and School-Age Centers, Sec. 8 License Renewal).
DELACARE Regs for Family and Large Family Child Care Homes, Sec. 8 License Renewal
Delaware Licensing Fees at a Glance
| Application fee | Contact your Delaware licensing office to confirm the current application fee. |
|---|---|
| Renewal fee | No renewal fee is specified in Delaware's DELACARE regulations; licenses are renewed annually with the renewal application due at least 60 days before the license expires and no fee charged (DELACARE Regs for Family and Large Family Child Care Homes, Sec. 8 License Renewal; DELACARE Regs for Early Care and Education and School-Age Centers, Sec. 8 License Renewal). |
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Delaware Licensing Fees: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Delaware childcare license cost?
Contact your Delaware licensing office to confirm the current application fee.
What is the Delaware childcare license renewal fee?
No renewal fee is specified in Delaware's DELACARE regulations; licenses are renewed annually with the renewal application due at least 60 days before the license expires and no fee charged (DELACARE Regs for Family and Large Family Child Care Homes, Sec. 8 License Renewal; DELACARE Regs for Early Care and Education and School-Age Centers, Sec. 8 License Renewal).
Are Delaware licensing fees refundable?
In most states, licensing application fees are non-refundable even if the application is denied or withdrawn. Confirm the refund policy with the Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) before paying.
Delaware childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published Delaware administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.