Any person(s) or corporation that operates a locksmith business in Miami-Dade County.
When to Apply
Monday through Friday (except holidays) 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Initial applicants must apply in person.
What to Bring
Completed application
Copy of current, permanent Occupational License
Articles of Incorporation/Fictitious Name Registration
Certificate of insurance with a minimum of $25,000 combined liability
Locksmith registrations with Miami-Dade Consumer Services Department (each locksmith business must employ at least one (1) certified licensed locksmith)
Initial registration fees range from $300 to $575, based on month of birth (individual owner), month of incorporation or month partnership was formed. Cash will not be accepted. Fees can be paid by check, money order or cashiers check made payable to the “Board of County Commissioners” or by credit card (MasterCard or Visa).
Initial applicants must complete a criminal background check and have two (2) passport photos taken as part of the application process. Information regarding these requirements will be provided when the application is submitted.
Incomplete Applications
If the application process is not completed within 60 days from the date that the application was filed with the Consumer Services Department, the application will be considered abandoned and closed and a new application and fee will be required.
In the event of a change in ownership of a locksmith business, a new application and fee is required. Corporations that have a change of ten (10) percent or more of its ownership shall notify the Consumer Services Department of the change no later than thirty (30) days after the date of the change.
Changes in any material aspect of the locksmith business shall be provided to the Consumer Services Department in writing along with proof of the change and a $10.00 fee, if replacement of the registration is required, within thirty (30) days of the change.
