Long-Term Care License Application Fees

Important Note: Applications without proof of payment will not be processed.


License Types:

1. License Initial (LI):
  • Determine the fee by selecting Facility Type and Application Type below.
  • Email required documents and proof of payment to CNLapps@doh.nj.gov.
  • Additional documents may be needed during Functional and Application Review.
2. License Amendment (LA):
  • Determine the fee by viewing Facility Type and Application Type below.
  • Email required documents and proof of payment to CNLapps@doh.nj.gov.
  • Additional documents may be requested during Functional and Application Review.
3. License Renewal (LR):
  • Renew online at dohlicensing.nj.gov/SignIn.
  • Create an account, renew your license, and pay the fee simultaneously.
  • The online portal is safe and convenient for managing multiple facilities.
  • To determine renewal fee, go to the portal.

Renewal Process:

  1. Access the portal at dohlicensing.nj.gov/SignIn.
  2. Register at dohlicensing.nj.gov/registrationrequest/.
  3. Complete the renewal application and data sheet online.
  4. Corrections to the facility data sheet are limited to specific fields.

Required Documents (for LI and LA Applications):

  • Application form: Completed, signed, and dated. Find the form for your facility type here.
  • Facility Details: Legal name, DBA/Facility name, address, official email, and phone number.
  • Management Company (if applicable): Company name, address, phone, and email.
  • Application Project Narrative: On official letterhead, describe beds, services, and facility details.
  • Proof of payment must accompany all applications.
  • Application Contact Information: Name, phone number, and email.

Reminder: Send required documents and proof of payment to CNLapps@doh.nj.gov. 

Note: License fees are non-refundable.

List of Facility and Application Types
Adult/Pediatric Day Health Services – Initial License
Adult/Pediatric Day Health Services – Renewal
Adult/Pediatric Day Health Services – Amendments
Alternate Family Care - Initial License
Alternate Family Care - Renewal
Assisted Living Program – Initial License
Assisted Living Program – Renewal Application
Assisted Living Program – Amendments
Assisted Living Residence/Comprehensive Personal Care – Initial License
Assisted Living Residence/Comprehensive Personal Care – Renewal
Assisted Living Residence/Comprehensive Personal Care – Amendments
Dementia Care Home – Initial License
Dementia Care Home – Renewal
Dementia Care Home – Amendments
Residential Health Care – Initial License
Residential Health Care – Renewal
Residential Health Care – Amendments
Skilled Nursing Facility – Initial License
Skilled Nursing Facility – Renewal
Skilled Nursing Facility – Amendments
Skilled Nursing Facility - Add-A-Bed – Amendment
Sub-Acute Fee-Health Care Quality Monitoring Fee
Last Reviewed: 12/28/2023