Oregon Childcare Licensing
Oregon Childcare Licensing Fees (2026)
Oregon childcare licensing carries an application fee at first licensure and, in most cases, a recurring fee at renewal. The initial application/filing fee for a Registered Family Child Care home is a non-refundable $30, which may be reduced or waived if the applicant documents income below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (OAR 414-210-0130(2)); a Certified Child Care Center pays a non-refundable initial fee of $100 plus $2 for each certified space (e.g., $160 for a 30-child capacity) (OAR 414-305-0130(4)(a); Oregon DELC certified-center fee schedule).
Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamOregon Licensing Fees: The Specifics
The initial application/filing fee for a Registered Family Child Care home is a non-refundable $30, which may be reduced or waived if the applicant documents income below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (OAR 414-210-0130(2))
OAR 414-210-0130(2)
a Certified Child Care Center pays a non-refundable initial fee of $100 plus $2 for each certified space (e.g., $160 for a 30-child capacity) (OAR 414-305-0130(4)(a)
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Oregon DELC certified-center fee schedule).
OAR 414-305-0130(4)(a)
A Registered Family Child Care home pays the same non-refundable $30 filing fee at each renewal, and the registration is valid for no more than two (2) years (OAR 414-210-0130(2) and 414-210-0140(3))
OAR 414-210-0130(2) and 414-210-0140(3)
a Certified Child Care Center renews annually at $2 for each licensed capacity space, and the certificate is valid for no more than one (1) year (OAR 414-305-0130(4)(b)
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certificate term per Oregon DELC certified-center rules).
OAR 414-305-0130(4)(b)
Oregon Licensing Fees at a Glance
| Application fee | The initial application/filing fee for a Registered Family Child Care home is a non-refundable $30, which may be reduced or waived if the applicant documents income below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (OAR 414-210-0130(2)); a Certified Child Care Center pays a non-refundable initial fee of $100 plus $2 for each certified space (e.g., $160 for a 30-child capacity) (OAR 414-305-0130(4)(a); Oregon DELC certified-center fee schedule). |
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| Renewal fee | A Registered Family Child Care home pays the same non-refundable $30 filing fee at each renewal, and the registration is valid for no more than two (2) years (OAR 414-210-0130(2) and 414-210-0140(3)); a Certified Child Care Center renews annually at $2 for each licensed capacity space, and the certificate is valid for no more than one (1) year (OAR 414-305-0130(4)(b); certificate term per Oregon DELC certified-center rules). |
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Oregon Licensing Fees: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Oregon childcare license cost?
The initial application/filing fee for a Registered Family Child Care home is a non-refundable $30, which may be reduced or waived if the applicant documents income below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (OAR 414-210-0130(2)); a Certified Child Care Center pays a non-refundable initial fee of $100 plus $2 for each certified space (e.g., $160 for a 30-child capacity) (OAR 414-305-0130(4)(a); Oregon DELC certified-center fee schedule).
What is the Oregon childcare license renewal fee?
A Registered Family Child Care home pays the same non-refundable $30 filing fee at each renewal, and the registration is valid for no more than two (2) years (OAR 414-210-0130(2) and 414-210-0140(3)); a Certified Child Care Center renews annually at $2 for each licensed capacity space, and the certificate is valid for no more than one (1) year (OAR 414-305-0130(4)(b); certificate term per Oregon DELC certified-center rules).
Are Oregon licensing fees refundable?
In most states, licensing application fees are non-refundable even if the application is denied or withdrawn. Confirm the refund policy with the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC), Child Care Licensing Division (CCLD) — formerly the Office of Child Care / Early Learning Division before paying.
Oregon childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published Oregon administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC), Child Care Licensing Division (CCLD) — formerly the Office of Child Care / Early Learning Division before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.