Need your NSW Trade Contractor Licence? Consider them handled.
Applying for one of NSW Trade Contractor Licences can feel like another job on top of running your business.
We help NSW tradies navigate the NSW Building Commission licensing process, organise the required documentation and prepare their application for submission - so you can spend less time worrying about paperwork and more time doing what you do best.
Professional licensing support — a clearer, more organised application process designed to help you submit with confidence.
Plus $100 Off for New Customers
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> 1300 917 117
Australia’s Trusted Assistant for Construction Licensing
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Helping Australian tradies navigate licensing with confidence.
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We take the paperwork, process and follow-up off your hands
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Australia’s Trusted Assistant for Construction Licensing ✳︎ Helping Australian tradies navigate licensing with confidence. ✳︎ We take the paperwork, process and follow-up off your hands ✳︎
YOUR LICENCE APPLICATION
WITHOUT THE HEADACHE
✓ $100 OFF For New Customers
✓ YOUR OWN PERSONAL LICENSING SPECIALIST throughout your application to ensure nothing falls through the cracks - helping you avoid mistakes, delays and missed requirements
✓ 7-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE* if we don’t complete the application within the timeframe we promised, you’re covered
✓ 30-DAY FOLLOW UP SUPPORT- we’ll help you respond to any requests for further information from NSW Fair Trading after your application is submitted.
*The 7-Day Money Back Guarantee applies provided that you supply all required information and supporting documents, and respond to our requests within the timeframes reasonably required to keep your application progressing. Delays caused by missing, incomplete or late information from you are not covered by this guarantee.
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1300 917 117
Popular NSW Trade Licences We Handle
For residential building or trade work in NSW, a contractor licence is generally required when the work is valued at more than $5,000 including GST in labour and materials. This also applies to subcontracting and advertising for that work. From determining the right licence class and checking eligibility to preparing your application and supporting documentation, we help make the licensing process simpler and easier to navigate.
Ready to work for yourself? We help carpenters navigate the NSW Carpentry Contractor Licence application process so you can start taking on jobs as a licensed contractor.
Eligibility: You generally need to hold an approved qualification such as CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry, or an accepted equivalent qualification. NSW Fair Trading also recognises certain previous carpentry qualifications and eligible previous licence holders. Individual applicants must provide a valid National Police Check no older than 4 months. Contractor applicants must also meet the relevant NSW Fair Trading eligibility requirements.
Ready to work for yourself? We help concreters navigate the NSW General Concreting Contractor Licence application process so you can start taking on jobs as a licensed contractor.
Eligibility: You generally need to hold an approved qualification such as CPC30320 Certificate III in Concreting, or an accepted equivalent qualification. NSW Fair Trading also recognises certain approved qualifications in formwork and construction carpentry. Individual applicants must provide a valid National Police Check no older than 4 months. Contractor applicants must also meet the relevant NSW Fair Trading eligibility requirements.
Ready to work for yourself? We help bricklayers navigate the NSW Bricklaying Contractor Licence application process so you can start taking on jobs as a licensed contractor.
Eligibility: You generally need to hold an approved qualification such as CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying, or an accepted equivalent qualification. NSW Fair Trading also recognises certain previous bricklaying qualifications and eligible previous licence holders. Individual applicants must provide a valid National Police Check no older than 4 months. Contractor applicants must also meet the relevant NSW Fair Trading eligibility requirements.
Bricklaying & Blocklaying
Wall & Floor Tiling
Ready to work for yourself? We help wall and floor tilers navigate the NSW Wall & Floor Tiling Contractor Licence application process so you can start taking on jobs as a licensed contractor.
Eligibility: You generally need to hold an approved qualification such as CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling, or an accepted equivalent qualification. NSW Fair Trading also recognises certain previous wall and floor tiling qualifications and eligible previous licence holders. Individual applicants must provide a valid National Police Check no older than 4 months. Contractor applicants must also meet the relevant NSW Fair Trading eligibility requirements.
Roofing
Ready to work for yourself? We help roofers navigate the NSW Roof Tiling Contractor Licence application process so you can start taking on jobs as a licensed contractor. Eligibility: You generally need to hold an approved qualification such as CPC30820 Certificate III in Roof Tiling, or an accepted equivalent qualification. NSW Fair Trading also recognises certain previous roof tiling qualifications and eligible previous licence holders. Individual applicants must provide a valid National Police Check no older than 4 months. Contractor applicants must also meet the relevant NSW Fair Trading eligibility requirements.
Plastering & Drywall
Ready to work for yourself? We help plasterers navigate the NSW Plastering Contractor Licence application process so you can start taking on jobs as a licensed contractor.
Eligibility: You generally need to hold an approved qualification relevant to your work, such as a recognised qualification in Dry Plastering or Wet Plastering. NSW Fair Trading has separate licensing categories for these types of plastering work, with specific qualification requirements. Individual applicants must provide a valid National Police Check no older than 4 months. Contractor applicants must also meet the relevant NSW Fair Trading eligibility requirements
Why Licensing PA?
Why Australian Tradies choose Licensing PA
Each state has its own regulator. Every industry has its own forms. Deadlines vary, documents pile up, and one missing piece can set you back months. That's where we come in — your dedicated PA team who knows Australian licensing inside and out, and actually enjoys paperwork. Weird, we know, but it works.
GET YOUR LICENCE APPLICATION DONE BY
SPECIALISTS WHO KNOW THE NSW BUILDING COMMISSION LICENSING PROCESS.
✓ SAVE TIME - Stop chasing paperwork and trying to work out what comes next.
✓ AVOID THE CONFUSION - Get clear guidance on what you need for your application
✓ GET ORGANISED - Have your supporting documents and information prepared properly.
✓ APPLY WITH CONFIDENCE - Have another set of eyes review your application before you submit.
Plus 10% Off for New Customers
OR, CALL US NOW
> 1300 917 117
HOW WE CAN HELP
Four ways we make licensing a breeze
Whether you're starting fresh, staying current, or need a second pair of eyes — we've got you covered.
And, if you’re not yet eligible to apply for a licence, ourLicence Pathway Advisory Servicecan help you understand where you stand, what’s missing, and the steps you need to take to get application-ready.
New Licence Application
Starting from scratch? We'll handle the application for you - eligibility checks, document gathering, form lodgement, and authority follow-up. You just provide the details and we' will guide you along the way.
Renewal & Compliance Support
Never miss a renewal again. We track your expiry dates, send you friendly reminders, prepare renewal docs, and monitor regulatory changes so you stay on track with your licence requirements.
Application Review & Follow Up
Already applied but stuck in limbo? We'll review your submission, identify gaps, draft responses, and chase the authority on your behalf.
Application Appeal & Resubmission
We review what went wrong, address the issues, and help you prepare a stronger resubmission - giving you the best chance of approval.
Feedback from Other Builders & Tradies
“Zoe’s attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out. I’ve already recommended Licensing PA to other mates in the field. Thank you for the speedy responses and guidance”
“After getting nowhere with my application, I was pretty frustrated and didn't know what to do next. I just needed someone who knew the process to look at it properly and tell me what I was missing. Licensing PA gave me that second set of eyes and helped me work through the next steps instead of just guessing. They resubmitted the applications for me and we finally got approved. Thank you!!!”
"I didn't have the time to work through all the paperwork myself. Having someone guide me through it made the whole process so much easier."
"Changed my LIFE!! Saved me lots of time!!! Licensing PA took the stress out of the application process. I finally knew what I needed to provide and what I needed to do next. The application process was easy from start to finish and i’ve got licensed! Thank you!!"
I honestly didn't have the time to sit down and work through everything myself. I kept putting the application off because I wasn't sure what documents I needed or where to start. Licensing PA walked me through it, helped me get everything together and took a lot of the stress out of it.
I'd already applied once and got knocked back, but I wasn't really sure why or what I'd done wrong. I didn't want to just submit the same thing again and hope for the best. Having someone who actually understood the NSW Building Commision licensing process for builders licence look over it made a huge difference. They helped me work out what needed fixing before I reapplied.
LET’S CHAT
Ready to start an application or hand over the paperwork?
Tell us what you need, we'll confirm what's involved, and map out the path forward. No obligation, no pressure - just a friendly conversation.