Delaware working papers must be obtained by any minor between ages 14 and 17 before starting employment in the state. The permit is issued through the Delaware Department of Labor's Office of Labor Law Enforcement and requires cooperation between the minor, the employer, and an issuing officer such as a school principal or guidance counselor.
Delaware child labor law sets different rules depending on the minor's age. Youth ages 14 and 15 face stricter daily and weekly hour caps, especially during the school year, along with a broader list of restricted job types. Minors at ages 16 and 17 have more flexibility but remain prohibited from hazardous occupations. Contact the Delaware Department of Labor for a complete list of prohibited duties by age group.
Employers must keep a certified copy of the permit on file at the workplace. A new permit is required each time a minor changes employers. Failure to obtain a valid permit can result in penalties under Delaware labor law.
Need a work permit in another state? See the Alaska Work Permit, the Nevada Work Permit Application, or browse the full Work Permit Application. Additional employment paperwork is available in our Employment Forms library.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Delaware Work Permit Form |
| Form Length | 1 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 15 sec |
| Other names | delaware work permit for minors, delaware working papers, delaware department of labor working papers, labor issuing delaware |