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New York General Contractor Licensing

Every general contractor license type New York issues, with continuing-education hours, renewal fees, bond requirements and approved courses. Updated for 2026.

1
License types
None
Max CE / cycle
Required
Bond at some tier
2
CE providers

Informational only — not legal advice, and not an official government resource. Licensing rules change; always confirm against the official board source linked on this page before you renew, apply, or make a business decision. Trade Cert Hub is independent and not affiliated with any state licensing board.

New York general contractors licenses at a glance

NYC Home Improvement Contractor

contractor
CE
None
Fee
$100
Bond
$20,000
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Getting started
How to become a general contractor in New York →
Moving states
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CE courses in New York

General Contractor continuing-education providers offering courses for New York license holders. Confirm a provider is on your board’s approved list before you buy.

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New York general contractor licensing — FAQ

How many general contractor license types does New York issue?
New York issues 1 general contractor license type: NYC Home Improvement Contractor.
Does New York require continuing education for general contractors?
New York has no confirmed continuing-education requirement for general contractor licenses at the tiers we track (or it is 0 hours). Confirm with the licensing board.
Do New York general contractor licenses require a bond?
At least one general contractor license tier in New York requires a license bond. Check the specific license page for the bond amount, then estimate the premium with our bond cost estimator.
Which NYC Building Code edition does New York enforce?
New York currently enforces the 2022 NYC Building Code for general contractor work.

Official source

NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection

Official board site

Data compiled 2026-05-23. Confirm current figures with the board.

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