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Issue a professional practice licence

Get a licence to practise a regulated profession, such as engineering consultancy or translation.

About this service

A professional practice licence lets you offer a regulated profession to the public in your own name. The Authority checks your qualification and experience, then issues a licence valid for one year.

Who can apply

  • You are 21 or older.
  • You hold a recognised qualification in the profession.
  • You have at least two years of experience in the profession.

Documents you need

  • Copy of your qualification
  • Experience letter from a previous employer
  • Recent personal photo

How it works

  1. 1

    Fill in the application and upload your documents.

  2. 2

    The Authority reviews your qualification and experience.

  3. 3

    You may be invited to a short professional interview.

  4. 4

    Receive your licence by email.

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