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Funeral Director, Embalmer, and Undertaker Licensing Requirements

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Registration for Funeral Directors in NYC

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Funeral directors, embalmers, and undertakers need licenses. These licenses are from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

Applicants must meet education requirements and pass an exam. Funeral directors and undertakers in New York City must register with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).

Additional resources

NYS Department of Health

Address
Bureau of Funeral Directing


875 Central Avenue




Albany NY 12206
Website http://www.health.state.ny.us
Phone (518) 402-0785
Fax (518) 402-0784

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DoHMH)

Address
Office of Vital Records


125 Worth Street, Room 125


CN-4



New York NY 10013
Website http://www.nyc.gov/health

For further assistance, please call 311 and ask for: Burial Desk/Funeral Director Registration

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