New York Childcare Licensing
New York Childcare Licensing Fees (2026)
New York childcare licensing carries an application fee at first licensure and, in most cases, a recurring fee at renewal. New York State OCFS charges no state application or registration fee for a child care license or registration; the prospective provider completes a free OCFS Child Day Care Orientation and submits a free application through the Facility Application and Management System (FAMS), and 18 NYCRR 417.2 contains no application-fee provision (18 NYCRR 417.2; ocfs.ny.gov/programs/childcare/providers). Note: New York City programs may owe a separate NYC permit fee, but the state imposes none.
Licensing Agency
New York State Office of Children and Family Services →Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamNew York Licensing Fees: The Specifics
New York State OCFS charges no state application or registration fee for a child care license or registration
18 NYCRR 417.2
the prospective provider completes a free OCFS Child Day Care Orientation and submits a free application through the Facility Application and Management System (FAMS), and 18 NYCRR 417.2 contains no application-fee provision (18 NYCRR 417.2
and 18 NYCRR 417.2
ocfs.ny.gov/programs/childcare/providers).
18 NYCRR 417.2
Note: New York City programs may owe a separate NYC permit fee, but the state imposes none.
18 NYCRR 417.2
New York State OCFS charges no state renewal fee
18 NYCRR 417.2
a family day care registration is valid for two years initially and four years on renewal, with renewal materials due at least 60 days before the expiration date at no state cost (18 NYCRR 417.2).
18 NYCRR 417.2
New York Licensing Fees at a Glance
| Application fee | New York State OCFS charges no state application or registration fee for a child care license or registration; the prospective provider completes a free OCFS Child Day Care Orientation and submits a free application through the Facility Application and Management System (FAMS), and 18 NYCRR 417.2 contains no application-fee provision (18 NYCRR 417.2; ocfs.ny.gov/programs/childcare/providers). Note: New York City programs may owe a separate NYC permit fee, but the state imposes none. |
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| Renewal fee | New York State OCFS charges no state renewal fee; a family day care registration is valid for two years initially and four years on renewal, with renewal materials due at least 60 days before the expiration date at no state cost (18 NYCRR 417.2). |
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New York Licensing Fees: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a New York childcare license cost?
New York State OCFS charges no state application or registration fee for a child care license or registration; the prospective provider completes a free OCFS Child Day Care Orientation and submits a free application through the Facility Application and Management System (FAMS), and 18 NYCRR 417.2 contains no application-fee provision (18 NYCRR 417.2; ocfs.ny.gov/programs/childcare/providers). Note: New York City programs may owe a separate NYC permit fee, but the state imposes none.
What is the New York childcare license renewal fee?
New York State OCFS charges no state renewal fee; a family day care registration is valid for two years initially and four years on renewal, with renewal materials due at least 60 days before the expiration date at no state cost (18 NYCRR 417.2).
Are New York 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 New York State Office of Children and Family Services before paying.
New York childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published New York administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the New York State Office of Children and Family Services before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.