Professional and occupational licenses in New Hampshire are issued by state licensing boards — each profession has its own board with its own search tool. There is no single database of all licenses in New Hampshire.
What this page covers: New Hampshire professional license verification databases — medical, legal, real estate, contractor, financial, and other regulated professions. What it does not cover: Business entity filings (those are with the Secretary of State) or association memberships (those are private organizations).
Where to start: Identify the profession, then go to the specific licensing board for New Hampshire. For attorneys, go to the state bar. For doctors, the medical board. For contractors, the contractor licensing authority. The databases below are organized by profession.
Common mistake: A professional license and a business registration are different. A license authorizes a person to practice a profession. A business registration authorizes a company to operate. They are filed with different agencies.
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Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- www.oplc.nh.gov — Official New Hampshire Professional & Occupational Licenses — State portal for New Hampshire professional & occupational licenses
- NCSL National Occupational Licensing Database — All-state licensing database
- USA.gov — Licenses & Permits — Federal licensing portal
- DOL Occupational Licensing — Dept of Labor licensing resources
- FTC Licensing Reports — FTC licensing economic analysis
- Minneapolis Fed — Licensure Data — Workforce licensure trends
- CLEAR Licensing Dashboard — Licensure regulation dashboard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I verify a New Hampshire professional license?▼
Most New Hampshire professional and occupational licenses (medical, legal, contracting, real estate, cosmetology, etc.) can be verified through the Official New Hampshire Professional & Occupational Licenses at www.oplc.nh.gov. Look for the 'License Lookup' or 'Verify a Licensee' tool — searches are typically by name or license number and return active/inactive status.
How do I apply for a New Hampshire business license?▼
New Hampshire business licensing combines state, county, and city permits depending on activity. The Official New Hampshire Professional & Occupational Licenses at www.oplc.nh.gov is the primary state portal; local business-tax certificates are issued by the city or county where you operate. The federal usa.gov permits guide is a helpful starting overview.
Is a New Hampshire license required to work in my profession?▼
That depends on the profession. New Hampshire, like most states, licenses regulated occupations such as healthcare, legal, construction, real estate, cosmetology, security, and many trades. The Official New Hampshire Professional & Occupational Licenses publishes the full list and exemption criteria at www.oplc.nh.gov.
How do I report a complaint against a New Hampshire licensee?▼
Complaints against licensed professionals in New Hampshire are filed with the issuing board or division under the Official New Hampshire Professional & Occupational Licenses. Most boards accept online complaint submissions at www.oplc.nh.gov, plus mail-in forms. Each board reviews complaints under the standards in New Hampshire's occupational code.
Does New Hampshire recognize licenses from other states?▼
Many New Hampshire boards offer license-by-reciprocity, license-by-endorsement, or expedited pathways for applicants already licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction. The Official New Hampshire Professional & Occupational Licenses at www.oplc.nh.gov publishes the reciprocity rules per profession; some require additional New Hampshire-specific exams or jurisprudence tests.