School officials issue all NYS working papers, except for child performer permits.
- If you are in school, go to your guidance office and ask for a Working Papers Application. Or, you can DOWNLOAD THE WORKING PAPERS APPLICATION HERE. The application consists of 2 forms (AT 16 and AT 17) that need to be completed, signed and returned.
- If you are not in school, go to the nearest school district as they are required to give you the application.
- During school vacation periods, these offices stay open part-time to issue working papers.
- Fill out Part I of the application and have your parent or guardian sign it (Form AT 16). Form AT 17 needs to be completed by your Physician’s office. If you’ve had a physical in the past year they may sign without scheduling a new visit. This is, however, at the physician’s discretion, they may require a physical be conducted.
- When you have the completed and signed application forms, please bring them back to the school's guidance office. (Note: If you have dropped out of school, to get a full-time employment certificate, your parent or guardian must come with you to give consent in person at the issuing office).
- Your employer must keep Student Non-Factory, Student General, Full-Time, and Limited Employment certificates on file at the workplace, as long as you keep the job.
- You must keep your Farm Work Permits, Model Permits, Newspaper Carrier Permits, and Street Trade Permits in your possession at all times.