NYC License Verification: A Guide to Professional License Status
New York City requires licensing for a wide range of professions, from healthcare and law to construction and cosmetology. Ensuring a professional is properly licensed is crucial for public safety and consumer protection. This article provides information on how to verify the status of a professional license in New York City, focusing on data available as of March 17, 2026.
Understanding Professional License Status in NYC
The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) oversees many professional licenses. Licenses can have different statuses, including “SHL UNRESTRICTED,” which indicates the license is current and without limitations. It’s important to understand these statuses when verifying a license.
Accessing Public License Data
The City of New York provides a publicly accessible dataset of professional licenses. This data, updated regularly, allows citizens to verify license information. As of March 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM, the dataset includes information on numerous licensed professionals.
Recent License Data (as of March 16, 2026)
Here’s a snapshot of license data available as of March 16, 2026, demonstrating the types of information accessible:
- HORTA, MARCELO, P: License Number 5597301, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 03/17/2028
- SILVERIO, RICARDO: License Number 5913702, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 10/31/2027
- RAUF, TEHSEEN: License Number 6077025, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 07/31/2027
- MULTANI, JATINDER: License Number 465515, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 10/15/2026
- LIU, YANG: License Number 5951572, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 12/05/2028
- ALVAREZ, ANA: License Number 5503528, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 10/31/2028
- CHOKOSHVILI, IRAKLI: License Number 6022155, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 05/03/2026
- MIAH, ABAD: License Number 6132233, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 02/27/2029
- GUTSUL, DMYTRO: License Number 5967327, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 01/08/2027
- SHABBIR, DANIYAL: License Number 6124554, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 11/26/2028
- ALMONTE, QUILVIO, DE, JESUS: License Number 5423318, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 03/21/2026
- CISSE, IBRAHIM: License Number 5469465, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 03/07/2028
- DIALLO, IBRAHIMA: License Number 6027500, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 07/17/2026
- ZHANG, YUXIAO: License Number 6000341, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 10/07/2028
- SINGH, SUKHWINDER: License Number 6066925, Status: SHL UNRESTRICTED, Expiration Date: 02/14/2027
You can access the full dataset and search for specific licenses here: NYC Open Data – Professional Licenses
Additional Resources
While the NYC Open Data portal is a primary resource, other avenues for verifying professional licenses may exist depending on the specific profession. For example, the New York State Education Department (link to a related medical resource) regulates certain professions.
Staying Informed
License information is dynamic. Professionals may renew, upgrade, or have their licenses suspended or revoked. Regularly checking the official sources is the best way to ensure the information you have is current.
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