Processing Times Directory
Browse published maximum processing times for all Arkansas permits, licenses, and certifications.
| Permit / License | Department | Fee | Max Processing | Method | Refund Eligible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Air Quality Permit Individual permit for stationary sources of air emissions | ADEE | 500 | 90 days | Paper | No Fee deposited to environmental remediation fund |
Water Discharge Permit NPDES individual permit for point source discharges to waters of the state | ADEE | 750 | 120 days | Paper | No Federal EPA review requirement; fee deposited to special fund |
Solid Waste Facility Permit Permit to construct or operate a solid waste processing or disposal facility | ADEE | 400 | 90 days | Paper | Yes |
Business Registration State business entity registration and annual franchise tax filing | ADOC | 50 | 15 days | Online | Yes |
Trade Name Registration Registration of fictitious or trade name for business purposes | ADOC | 25 | 10 days | Online | Yes |
Contractor License State license for general, residential, and specialty contractors | ADLL | 150 | 45 days | Hybrid | Yes |
Electrician License Journeyman and master electrician licensing | ADLL | 100 | 30 days | Online | Yes |
Plumber License Journeyman and master plumber licensing | ADLL | 100 | 30 days | Online | Yes |
Cosmetology License License for cosmetologists, barbers, and estheticians | ADLL | No fee | 21 days | Online | No No fee charged |
Food Service Permit Permit to operate a food service establishment | ADH | 200 | 30 days | Hybrid | Yes |
Childcare Facility License License to operate a childcare or daycare facility | ADH | 150 | 60 days | Paper | Yes |
Healthcare Facility License License to operate a hospital, clinic, or long-term care facility | ADH | 350 | 90 days | Paper | Yes |
Livestock Dealer License License to buy, sell, or trade livestock at public auction or private sale | ADAG | 75 | 30 days | Online | Yes |
Pesticide Applicator License Commercial and private pesticide applicator certification | ADAG | 50 | 21 days | Online | Yes |
Oversize/Overweight Permit Permit for vehicles exceeding legal size or weight limits on state highways | ArDOT | 30 | 5 days | Online | Yes |
Utility Permit Permit for utility installation, repair, or relocation within state highway right-of-way | ArDOT | 150 | 45 days | Hybrid | Yes |
Right-of-Way Encroachment Permission to encroach upon or use state highway right-of-way for non-highway purposes | ArDOT | 200 | 60 days | Paper | Yes |
Concealed Carry License License to carry a concealed handgun in the State of Arkansas | DPS | 100 | 60 days | Paper | Yes |
Security Guard Registration Registration for private security officers and armed guards | DPS | 50 | 30 days | Paper | Yes |
Private Investigator License License to operate as a private investigator in Arkansas | DPS | 200 | 45 days | Paper | Yes |
Childcare Assistance Voucher Income-eligible childcare subsidy voucher for working families | DHS | No fee | 30 days | Online | No No fee charged |
SNAP Vendor Authorization Authorization to accept SNAP/EBT benefits at retail establishment | DHS | 25 | 21 days | Online | Yes |
Vehicle Registration Motor vehicle title and registration services | DFA | 25 | 10 days | Online | Yes |
Alcohol Beverage License License to manufacture, distribute, or sell alcoholic beverages | DFA | 300 | 30 days | Online | Yes |
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