The Florida Division of Workers' Compensation (Division) is pleased to offer this online service that allows you to submit your Notice of Election to be Exempt. With this online system, you can complete the online workers' compensation coverage and compliance tutorial as required by Chapter 440.05, FS., search your application status, apply for or renew an exemption, and print your Certificate. The construction industry exemption fee of $50 plus a convenience fee of $1 must be made by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express (prepaid cards are acceptable), or from a business or personal checking or savings bank account. If you are making a payment by electronic check, provide ACH Merchant ID B272818119 to your financial institution to ensure the payment is not rejected and returned as a dishonored payment. If for any reason a payment is returned, the Department of Financial Services will assess a $15.00 fee. A chargeback against a credit card or an insufficient fund may result in your exemption being revoked.
The user must agree to the terms and conditions when applying for or renewing an exemption.
The Division is the sole authority responsible for processing and approving workers' compensation exemption applications.
The Division has 30 days from the date the Notice of Election to be Exempt is received to review and determine your eligibility to be exempt.
Provide your email address in Section 1 of the application and the Division will notify you when the Certificate has been approved. Certificate holders are required to print their Certificate of Election to be Exempt. To print your Certificate, follow the detailed instructions provided in the email.
Exemption information is reflected on the Exemption Search database the day following the issuance of the exemption.
If you have any questions, please contact the Division's Customer Service Office at 850-413-1609, option 2, toll free @ 1-800-342-1741, option 3, or email at wc_exemption@myfloridacfo.com.
Exemptions are valid for 2 years after the effective date. The Renew Exemption button is ONLY for employers seeking to renew their exemption. Do not apply for renewal more than 90 days PRIOR to the expiration date. If the Division receives an application more than 90 days PRIOR to the expiration date, your previous exemption for the same business shall be null and void.