- Renewal applications and 16 - 17 year olds not eligible
Steps to register:
- Review and gather the requirements for obtaining a work permit.
- Complete the new application or renew your existing registration online, or by mail.
- To apply online, the parent/guardian needs to create an account in their own name.
Effective March 2, 2020, applications dropped off in person require a letter from a production entity or audition entity for same-day service. A letter from an agent or manager will not be accepted.
The letter must include at minimum:
- Minor's name
- Date minor will be working or auditioning
- Signed and dated by entity writing the letter
Applications with valid proof for an upcoming job will be expedited and permits will be issued at least 3 days prior to the scheduled job and sent to the email address on file.
Regular applications submitted in person without any upcoming jobs will be processed in the order received.
Click here for official notice.
Protect Your Child
Labor Code section 1706 currently prohibits persons who are required to register as sex offenders from representing or providing specified services to artists or performers less than 18 years of age. Beginning July 1, 2013, any person who performs specified activities for minors in the entertainment industry must apply for and obtain a Child Performer Services permit from the Labor Commissioner’s Office. Read more about the Child Performer Services permit in the press release and CPS Regulations.
Resources
- Entertainment Work Permit for Minor’s Verification
- Information on Minors and Employment
- Minors Work Hours Waiver
- Child Labor Law Pamphlet
- Labor Codes
- Education Codes
- CA Code of Regulations
- AB 2338 – Education and Training
