How to Search Florida Licenses
The Florida Department of Professional Licensing (or equivalent agency) regulates dozens of professions. Medical professionals are typically regulated separately by a Board of Medical Examiners; lawyers by the State Bar.
- State professional licensing lookup — verify status, dates, and any discipline.
- Medical license: the Florida Board of Medical Examiners licenses MDs, DOs, and physician assistants.
- Lawyer/attorney status: through the Florida State Bar.
- Contractor licenses: state contractor board for general contractors and trades.
- Real estate, insurance, cosmetology — each has its own state board.
Population
22,610,726
Households
8,500,000
Median Income
$67,917
Median Home Value
$292,200
Licenses Databases
30 official Florida licenses sources.
Licenses
911 Services
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Florida Board of Public Safety Telecommunications license search for 911 law enforcement officers, public safety telecommunicators, and 911 training.
Agricultural Dealers
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Agricultural dealer license verification through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Appraisers | National Registry
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Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council national registry lookup for certified Florida appraisers.
🌐 asc.gov
Attorneys | Elder Law
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Membership directory of the Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys.
Attorneys | Professional Liability Claims
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Professional Liability Closed Claims (alleged error, omission or negligence) by insured Attorneys.
Banking | Financial Institutions
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Florida Office of Financial Regulation license verification for banks, credit unions, trust companies, and savings banks.
Insurance | Companies
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Florida Department of Insurance licensed insurance companies by company name and/or type.
Notaries
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Search by notary ID, name, commission number, or zip code for commissioned notaries in Florida.
Private Investigator Agencies
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Find licensed Private Investigator agencies and schools in Florida.
Private Investigator Association Members
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Search the Florida Association of Licensed Investigators by city, county, name, or company name.
🌐 fali.us
Teachers
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Search this Department of Education database by name for the certification status of teachers.
Child Care Facilities
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Florida Department of Children and Family Services licensed child care facilities.
Funeral Directors
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Funeral Directors, Embalmers, Funeral Refrigeration, Funeral Removal, and Funeral Homes. Find or verify licenses using this service.
Insurance | Agents, Agencies, Adjusters
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Florida Department of Financial Services Agent, Adjuster, Representative license search.
Complaints | Unlicensed Individuals and Firms
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Search for unlicensed individuals and firms and view related complaints.
Complaints | Unlicensed Contractors
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Search for unlicensed contractors and view related complaints.
Teachers | Disciplinary Actions
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Search by last name to find disciplinary actions filed against Florida educators.
Sacramental Wine Permits
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This listing of sacramental wine permits provides information including permit number, date, applicant, address and phone number.
Real Estate Disciplinary Reports
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Monthly listings of disciplinary actions taken against real estate licensees.
Alcoholic Beverage & Tobacco Delinquencies
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Search for Florida alcohol, beverage, and tobacco delinquent invoices by license number, business name, or licensee name of delinquent retailer, or search by wholesaler reporting delinquency.
Insurance | Enforcement Actions
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Florida Chief Financial Officer enforcement actions against insurance agents and agencies.
Funeral & Cemetery | Disciplinary
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Lookup disciplinary actions against funeral and cemetery businesses and individuals.
Workers' Compensation Health Care Providers
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Find out if a Workers Compensation Health Care Provider is licensed with the State.
Florida License Application Status
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Search the status of Florida license applications by SSN/Tax ID number, last name/organization number, license board, and/or profession.
Florida Counties
All 67 Florida counties. Click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder and assessor links.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify a Florida professional license?▼
Use the Florida Department of Professional Licensing online lookup. It covers most regulated occupations.
Where do I check a Florida doctor or nurse license?▼
The Florida Board of Medical Examiners licenses physicians; nurses are typically licensed by the Board of Nursing.
How do I verify a Florida attorney?▼
The Florida State Bar publishes status, admission date, and any discipline for every licensed attorney.
What about contractor licenses?▼
Contractor licensing varies by state. Many states have a Contractor Licensing Board for general contractors and major trades.
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