Introduction

An individual contractor licence allows you to work in a particular class based on your qualifications.

If you gain further qualifications that allow you to work in additional classes, you can add or change a class on your individual contractor licence. You can do this at a Service NSW Centre.

Note: If the expiry date of your licence is less than 6 weeks away you need to renew it before you can vary the classes or conditions.

What you need

To apply to change the class on your licence you need to provide the following supporting documents with your completed application form:

  • proof of identity
  • one passport size photograph
  • document that validates the change of class
  • additional details form(s) as indicated on the application form (if applicable)
  • certificate of eligibility to obtain insurance (if applicable).

Payment

When you apply to need to pay a fee.

To pay at a service centre, check the payment options available.

Some service centres do not accept cash payments.

How to change the class

  1. Download and complete the Application form – Individual licence or certificate – PDF.
  2. Gather the required supporting documents.
  3. Visit a service centre with your documents and payment.

Note: Your application may take longer to assess if there is missing or incomplete information.

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Last published: 10 August 2026

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