Get your painting and decorating licence and start contracting directly.
Trade contractor licence for painting and decorating work in Queensland.
- Any job over $3,300 needs a QBCC licence, and you want the bigger jobs
- You're stuck subcontracting when you could be contracting directly
- You have the experience, but the QBCC's qualification and evidence rules aren't clear-cut
What you get
A clear pathway check, not generic regulator copy.
Why tradies come to us
Painting and decorating, without the paperwork headache.
The Painting and Decorating trade contractor licence is required for Queensland painters and decorators contracting directly for work above the QBCC licensing threshold. It covers interior and exterior painting, surface preparation and decorative finishes on residential and commercial projects.
Painters contracting directly for residential and commercial jobs
Decorating businesses quoting multi-unit or commercial projects
Tradespeople with painting experience seeking their own contractor licence
How we help
We do the admin. You stay on the tools.
Simple process
Four steps. No fluff.
Quick pathway check
We confirm the licence class, your role and the likely QBCC route.
Evidence mapped
We turn your work history into statements, refs and a checklist.
Gaps flagged early
RPL, qualifications or nominee issues surfaced before you lodge.
Ready to lodge
You get a clean application pack and a clear next step.
Ready for step one?
Tell us your experience and whether you are an employee or employer. We will map your likely painting and decorating pathway.
Typical requirements
What the QBCC usually wants to see.
- Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or equivalent
- Documented painting experience on qualifying residential or commercial work
- Financial requirements for trade contractor licensing
- Verified referees and QBCC application paperwork
Transparent pricing
Simple, fixed fees. No surprises.
Was
$895
onboarding + application
Now
$795
save $100
Onboarding
1 hr · Pathway check & scope
Trade Licence Application
1 to 2 hrs · Statement, refs & checklist
All prices ex GST. Onboarding is step one. The application follows once your pathway is confirmed.
Secure checkout via Stripe
Quick answers
Common questions
Do you lodge the application with the QBCC for me?
We prepare, advise and organise your full application pack so it's ready to lodge. The QBCC makes the final licensing decision. Our job is to make sure your application is right before it gets there, so it isn't knocked back over a missing document.
How long does a pathway check take?
Most enquiries get an initial response within one business day once we have your details. We'll tell you the likely licence class, what evidence you'll need, and any gaps to fix before you spend money on the wrong process.
What does it cost?
Fixed fees, no surprises. The onboarding pathway check is $100 (normally $200) until 30 June, and the trade licence application is $695, all ex GST. You'll know the full cost before you commit.
Is this only for Queensland?
Yes, Queensland QBCC only. We don't spread thin across every state, which is exactly why we know QBCC requirements cold.
Related pathways
Other Queensland licences we support
Get your painting and decorating pathway checked today.
One short form. We review your experience, role and licence goal, then come back with clear next steps.
