Child Performer Permit Form – Fill Out and Use This PDF

The Child Performer Permit form issued by the Division of Labor Standards is designed to obtain or renew a permit for child performers involved in performance or modeling in the state of New York. This document necessitates the submission of several forms, including the School Form, Health Form, Trust Account Form, along with additional documents as detailed in the instructions, to ensure the child's eligibility and compliance with state laws. To streamline the process and ensure timely approval, parents and guardians are advised to prepare all required documentation and click the button below to start filling out the form.

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Child Performer Permit Form PDF Details

The New York Division of Labor Standards issues child performer permits to protect minors working in acting, modeling, television, film, and other entertainment services. Under state labor laws governing the employment of minors, a valid work authorization is required before any child talent may accept professional engagements.

The application requires three supporting documents. A School Form must be verified and signed by the child's teacher, confirming satisfactory academic standing. A Health Form from a licensed physician confirms the minor's fitness for performance work. A Trust Account Form establishes a bank account in the performer's name, as required by law to protect child performers' earnings.

Authorizations are valid for 12 months. Parents must submit the renewal application at least 30 days before the due date to avoid gaps in employment eligibility. Contact the Division of Labor Standards labor department in Albany for assistance with missing documents or eligibility questions. State laws also regulate working hours by age group for minors, so review all applicable regulations before accepting any employment offer.

Question	Answer
Form Name	Child Performer Permit Form
Form Length	3 pages
Fillable?	No
Fillable fields	0
Avg. time to fill out	45 sec
Issuing Authority	NY Division of Labor Standards
Permit Validity	12 months
Other names	child actor permit ny, child actor work permit ny, ny state child work permit, nys child performer permit

How to Edit Child Performer Permit Form Online for Free

Use our online PDF editor to complete the child performer application accurately. The guide below walks through each section so parents and guardians can submit a complete package to the New York labor department on the first attempt. For related documents, browse our employment forms library or review available work permit applications.

What Is a Child Performer Permit?

A child performer authorization is a legal requirement for minors engaged in professional acting, modeling, television, film, or other entertainment work in New York State. The New York labor department's Division of Labor Standards issues and renews these authorizations annually to protect child performers from labor law violations and ensure their educational requirements are met. Without a valid authorization, employers may not legally hire minors for performance work.

Step 1: Open the PDF Editor

Click the "Get Form" button at the top of this page to launch the editor. The tool highlights every required field so you can move through the application in order without missing any section.

Section 1 of the child performer application showing personal information fields

Step 2: Enter Contact and Personal Information

Enter the minor's full legal name, Social Security Number, date of birth, and home address. If the authorization should be mailed to a different address, complete the "Mail permit to if different" field. Many applicants omit this field, which delays the labor department's processing. See also the new media performer contract for production-related employment documents.

Section 2 showing mailing address and Social Security Number fields for the child performer application

Step 3: Trust Account and Labor Compliance

Confirm whether the trust account is established, provide the local branch address, and enter the current balance. New York labor regulations require trust accounts for all minors working in entertainment, protecting their earnings until they reach legal age. Applications without a completed trust account section will not be approved by the labor department.

Is the trust account established? (Yes or No)
Local branch address where the account is held
Current balance in the account

For additional employment resources, see the NY labor and unemployment resources page.

Trust account and labor compliance section of the child performer application

Step 4: Parental Affirmation and Submission

The parent or guardian must sign the affirmation statement, confirming they understand the laws governing the employment of minors in New York State. Double-check the date field before finalizing. You may also need the parental consent form for certain production engagements.

Parental affirmation and date section of the child performer application

Step 5: After reviewing all sections, click "Done" to save the completed application. You can access, print, or download the document through your FormsPal account at any time. Renew the authorization at least 30 days before the due date to maintain uninterrupted employment eligibility for your child performer.