COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES FOR TRADE LICENSING
Tailored Solutions For Every Trade Professional
Trade Licence Consultations
Get clarity on NSW licensing requirements with a personalized 1:1 consultation.
We’ll assess your eligibility and map out your simplest path to approval.
Trade Licence Application Preparation
From document checks to flawless submissions, we handle the paperwork so your trade licence application meets every Fair Trading standard.
Builders Licence Application Preparation
Skip the stress — Daniel will prepare your builder’s licence application with precision, ensuring all referee statements and compliance details are submission-ready.
Our Pricing For Trade Licensing Services
TRANSPARENT PRICES & TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS
Initial Licence Consultation
$150
After your free 15-minute consultation, you can book an in-depth Initial Licence Consultation for just $150. In this session, we review your experience, qualifications, and licence pathway in detail so you know exactly what you need and what to expect.
If you choose to proceed with one of our full Licence Services, the $150 will be deducted from your total fee.
Please note: Prices listed exclude GST.
Mutual Recognition From Other States
$300
- Trade Licence
- Builder Licence
Assistance with preparing and submitting your Mutual Recognition (Individual) Licence Application,
including guidance on required supporting documents and detailed
Instructions for lodging your application with your local NSW Fair Trading office
Eligibility requires holding a current builder or trade licence in your home state to apply for recognition in the target state.
Please note: Prices listed exclude GST and Fair Trading application fees.
Fair Trading processing times may vary.
Trade Contractor Licence
$495
- Carpentry + Bricklaying
- Structural Landscaping
- All General Construction Trades
Comprehensive support for preparing your Trade Contractor Licence
application, including assistance with required documentation and clear
Instructions for lodging with your local NSW Fair Trading office.
We also offer guidance on long-term career planning and ensuring Ongoing licensing compliance.
Please note: Prices listed exclude GST and Fair Trading application fees.
Fair Trading processing times may vary.
Company / Partnership Licence
$550
- Builder Licence
- Trade Licence
- Consultant License
If you have a company or partnership and intend to carry out residential building work in New South Wales (NSW), you must hold a corporation licence issued under the Home Building Act 1989
We assist with the preparation and submission of your Company Licence application, including support with compiling required documents and step-by-step guidance for lodging with NSW Fair Trading.
Please note: Prices listed exclude GST and Fair Trading application fees.
Fair Trading processing times may vary.
General Builder Licence
$2000
- Class 1 + Class 2
- Class 4
- Class 10
We provide end-to-end support for your Builder Licence Application. including assistance with qualifying work experience, reference statements, and
all other required supporting evidence. Our structured, step-by-step assessment process delivers a clear evaluation of your eligibility and gives
you a realistic view of your likelihood of success. Get building faster with our proven preparation service!
Please note: Prices listed exclude GST and Fair Trading application fees.
Fair Trading processing times may vary.
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FAQS
Got Questions? We Have Answers!
What is a trade licence and why do I need one?
A licence is an official permit from NSW Fair Trading that legally allows you to operate in specific skilled trades, ensuring safety and competency standards.
How do I know if I need a Trade or Builder’s Licence?
If your work involves regulated trades like carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or residential construction in NSW you need a licence—we can assist you to attain a licence by assessing your specific trade experience and qualifications to confirm Building Commission requirements and help you with the paperwork from start to submission.
How long does the licensing process take?
Processing times vary by trade but generally take 4–14 weeks for NSW applications, though incomplete submissions can cause delays, which our preparation service helps avoid.
Do you assist with company or partnership licences?
A trade license is an official permit from NSW Fair Trading that legally allows you to operate in specific skilled trades, ensuring you meet safety and competency standards while protecting both your business and customers. If your work involves regulated trades like carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or residential construction in NSW you need a licence—we can assist you to attain a licence by assessing your specific trade experience and qualifications to confirm Building Commission requirements and help you with the paperwork from start to submission. Processing times vary by trade but generally take 4–14 weeks for NSW applications, though incomplete submissions can cause delays, which our preparation service helps avoid. You apply through NSW Fair Trading by submitting forms, proof of experience, and supporting documents, a process we streamline with error-free application preparation. Requirements include ID, qualifications, proof of experience (like work diaries), insurance details, and sometimes financial statements, all of which we help compile and verify. Partnership and company licence applications can be complicated, we provide clear guidance and help to allow you to apply for a company licence which is required by law if your trading as a company or partnership.
Do you offer assistance with interstate licences?
Yes we can advise you of the NSW Fair Trading requirements if you are from interstate, or New Zealand to allow you to work in NSW.
How much does it cost to get a trade license?
NSW license fees range from 500–1,200 depending on trade type and duration, not including potential training or insurance costs—we provide transparent fee breakdowns upfront.
How do I apply for a NSW Builders Licence?
You apply through NSW Fair Trading by submitting forms, proof of experience, and supporting documents, a process we streamline with error-free application preparation.
What documents do I need to apply for a NSW residential builders licence?
Requirements include ID, qualifications, proof of experience (like work diaries), insurance details, and sometimes financial statements, all of which we help compile and verify.
What types of trades do you assist with?
We support all NSW-licensed trades, including builders, electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and more, with tailored guidance for each specialty’s requirements.
What happens if my application is rejected?
Rejections to your Building licence application often stem from missing details or experience gaps; we review refusal reasons, help you correct those issues and will assist you with the reapplication of your building licence to Fair Trading NSW.
Why choose Trade Licence Solutions NSW?
Because we combine insider Fair Trading knowledge with 1:1 support — achieving a 98% approval rate while saving clients 20+ hours of paperwork
Ready to fast track your trade or builders licence application?
Arrange a free consultation today and lets get
the process started.
