Carpenter License Requirements in New York
License Not RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: New York Department of State, Division of Licensing Services
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: Not listed
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Not listed
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
New York State does not require a statewide occupational license for carpenters. However, New York City requires a Carpenter license issued by the NYC Department of Buildings (https://www.nyc.gov/site/buildings/index.page) for certain work. Home improvement contractors in NYC must also be licensed. Verify local requirements in other municipalities.