The law requiring the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) to administer licensing of private employment agencies was repealed in new legislation passed by the Indiana General Assembly.
Effective July 1, 2023, private employment agencies will no longer need to register or renew their license with DOR, while temporary healthcare service agencies will be required to apply for a license with the Indiana Department of Health. Temporary healthcare service agencies may contact the Department of Health at (317) 233-1325 to apply for their license.
A private employment agency is any person, firm, limited liability company, or corporation, who for hire or with a view to profit offers an individual help to secure employment through:
- Card, circular, pamphlet, or any medium whatsoever
- Display of a sign or bulletin
- Information as to where to find employment
To obtain a new license from the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) to operate in the State of Indiana as a private employment agency, the following is required:
- Application for Employment Agency License
- Surety Bond
- Business Tax Registration (INBiz)
- Out-of-State Corporation Notice
- Application for Certificate of Authority of a Foreign Corporation (out of State Corporation)
- Power of Attorney (POA-1)
- Credit Report
- Fee Schedule/Refund Policy
- Personal Financial Statement
- $150 Annual Fee
To renew an existing private employment agency license, the following is required:
- Application for Employment Agency License
- Surety Bond
- $150 Annual Fee
- Fee Schedule/Refund Policy (only if there are changes)
For more information regarding a private employment agency license, you may contact DOR's Compliance Check Unit at 317-232-5977, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., ET.
All required information can be mailed to:
Indiana Department of Revenue
100 N Senate Ave MS111
Indianapolis, IN 46204
For additional information a private employment agency might need to know when filing its taxes with the State of Indiana, visit the Department’s New and Small Business Education Center.