Builders, electricians, plumbers and other tradespeople in New South Wales must hold an Individual Contractor Licence when the value of a building job exceeds $5,000. The licence proves you meet the competency and insurance requirements set by the Building Commission NSW.
This licence authorises a single person to carry out licensed building work in NSW. It can be endorsed with a “Q” to act as a Qualified Supervisor, or with specialist endorsements for trades such as air‑conditioning, plumbing, or medical‑gas work.
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Fees vary by trade and endorsement. Check the latest schedule on the Building Commission NSW website before your appointment.
Yes, under the Automatic Mutual Recognition (AMR) scheme, but you must notify the NSW licence regulator of your intention to work.
If all information is complete, assessments usually take 2‑4 weeks. Missing or incorrect details can extend the timeline.
You can request a correction by contacting the Building Commission NSW or by submitting a new application with the corrected information.
Yes. Once issued, your licence appears in the Service NSW app and can be displayed digitally on your device.
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