Instructions for obtaining a work permit in-person

Filling out the application
1) Download the application for work permit from here: https://www.philasd.org/cte/wp-content/uploads/sites/155/2021/11/Application-for-Work-Permit-OCTE.pdf
2) Print it out.
3) Fill out everything except for “Signature of Issuing Officer” & the fields on the top right.
4) Have it signed by your parent or guardian, in the box at the bottom left. This part is really important, because we won’t accept unsigned applications.

Going to a walk-in site & what to bring
– You can come to either of the locations above at the listed times. Since it is walk-ins only, we don’t recommend coming toward 5pm.
– You need to bring your completed application.
– You need to bring a proof of age document, like a student ID that has your date of birth on it, or a copy of a birth certificate, a passport, etc. Whichever is easiest for you.
– You only need to bring yourself & those 2 documents (completed application & proof of age). It is optional for the parent or guardian to come with you.

What if you don’t have access to a printer?
– We have blank applications available on site. You can come with your parent or guardian and fill out the application on the spot. Your parent or guardian will need to come with you so they can sign it.

Once you arrive, you’ll be in line to see an issuing officer. You’ll hand them your application & proof of age, they’ll ensure everything is in order, and then they’ll issue you a work permit (blue card). They’ll give you back your proof of age document, but they’ll keep your application. You’ll also receive a one-page paper that has some additional info about your permit.