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Before you submit your application
This Certificate of Fitness can be obtained by passing a written exam or qualifying for an exemption on the basis of education and experience. All applicants should review the Notice of Exam and Study Materials.
- A completed CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS APPLICATION FORM (PDF)
- A letter of employment.
SAMPLE EMPLOYER RECOMMENDATION LETTER (PDF)
SAMPLE SELF-EMPLOYMENT LETTER (PDF) - Two forms of identification, at least one must be a government-issued photo identification, such as a driver's license or a passport.
Applicants who qualify for the exemption should review the P-99 ALTERNATIVE ISSUANCE PROCEDURE INFORMATION (PDF). Applicants must apply by mail and provide the following information: More info
- A completed CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS APPLICATION FORM (PDF)
- A completed APPLICANT AFFIRMATION FORM (PDF). Individual applicants must have this form notarized.
- A copy of your diploma or license file.
- If required, a notarized statement to confirm that you have two years post-baccalaureate experience.
- A recent ID photo (2x2 color head shot) in JPG or JPEG format. Email your photo to pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov.
Ready to Apply?
Steps to apply online:
Pay the $25 application fee online by one of the following methods: More info
- Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa)
- Debit card (MasterCard or Visa)
- E-Check
A convenience fee of 2% will be applied to all credit card payments. The application fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they upload a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their city agency on official letterhead to confirm that they are a current employee and that the Certificate of Fitness will be used as part of their work-related responsibilities.
To submit an application, click on the Apply Online button. You must be authorized by the company to act as a Designated Coordinator and the company must be approved by FDNY. To request approval, email pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov.
P-99 Online Application
The online application will open in a new window.Steps to apply by mail:
Pay the $25 application fee by one of the following methods: More info
- Personal or company check (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
- Money order (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
The application fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they mail a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their city agency on official letterhead to confirm that they are a current employee and that the Certificate of Fitness will be used as part of their work-related responsibilities.
Steps to apply in person:
NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
Public Certification Unit
9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
Brooklyn NY 11201
Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Closed on public holidays.
Pay the $25 application fee by one of the following methods: More info
- Cash
- Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa)
- Debit card (MasterCard or Visa)
- Personal or company check (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
- Money order (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
A convenience fee of 2% will be applied to all credit card payments. The application fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they submit a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their city agency on official letterhead to confirm that they are a current employee and that the Certificate of Fitness will be used as part of their work-related responsibilities.