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NMLS Reference Guide: About NMLS
The Nationwide Multistate Licensing System ("NMLS" or the "System") is the system of record for non-depository, financial services licensing or registration in participating state agencies, including the District of Columbia and U.S. Territories of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam.
NMLS Processing Fees
NMLS Processing Fees, including fees associated with testing, education credit banking, and criminal background and credit checks, are established and reviewed annually by the State Regulatory Registry LLC Board of Managers, which provides governance for NMLS. The Conference of State Bank Supervisors operates NMLS on behalf of participating state agencies.
NMLS Payment Options
Payments submitted through NMLS can be made using Visa®, Mastercard®, or ACH (Automated Clearing House).
Automated Clearing House (ACH) Payments
Using ACH payments with NMLS, including vendor information for payment routing.
How to Pay by Automated Clearing House (ACH)
When using ACH, you authorize a direct transfer of funds from your bank account to the payment processor for NMLS. These steps guide you through submitting an ACH payment.

NMLS Reference Guide: About NMLS
The Nationwide Multistate Licensing System ("NMLS" or the "System") is the system of record for non-depository, financial services licensing or registration in participating state agencies, including the District of Columbia and U.S. Territories of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam.
- Technical Requirements
  Technical requirements for using NMLS in your web browser.
- Hours of Operation
  Call center and system hours of availability.
- License Types Added to NMLS
  State agencies are expanding their use of NMLS to manage license authorities beyond the mortgage industry.
- NMLS Unique Identifier
  The NMLS Unique Identifier is the number permanently assigned by the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS) for each company, branch, and individual that maintains a single account on NMLS.
- NMLS Processing Fees
  NMLS Processing Fees, including fees associated with testing, education credit banking, and criminal background and credit checks, are established and reviewed annually by the State Regulatory Registry LLC Board of Managers, which provides governance for NMLS. The Conference of State Bank Supervisors operates NMLS on behalf of participating state agencies.
  - NMLS Payment Options
    Payments submitted through NMLS can be made using Visa®, Mastercard®, or ACH (Automated Clearing House).
    - Automated Clearing House (ACH) Payments
      Using ACH payments with NMLS, including vendor information for payment routing.
      - How to Pay by Automated Clearing House (ACH)
        When using ACH, you authorize a direct transfer of funds from your bank account to the payment processor for NMLS. These steps guide you through submitting an ACH payment.
    - Correcting Failed Payments
      If the payment submitted fails, a system generated notification is sent indicating that the payment has failed. You are required to log in to NMLS to repay.
    - NMLS Payment Terms and Conditions
      Thank you for using the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS) for your licensing or registration needs. Licensing and registration payment services on this web site (the "Payment Site") are provided by the State Regulatory Registry LLC ("SRR"), and are subject to these payment terms and conditions (these "Payment Terms").
- Using the License Requirements and Fees Chart
  This is a companion document to the License Requirements and Fees Chart to help you filter the chart based on your entity type and goal within NMLS: applying for a new license, amending your record, or complying with periodic reporting requirements.
- PDF Tips
  If your upload contains multiple files, they must be merged into one PDF file. The PDF file should not be password protected. Below is a listing of some of the more popular programs and online services for creating PDF files.
- Information Sharing Through NMLS
  Information shared by the State Regulatory Registry LLC (SRR) under the SAFE Act.

How to Pay by Automated Clearing House (ACH)

When using ACH, you authorize a direct transfer of funds from your bank account to the payment processor for NMLS. These steps guide you through submitting an ACH payment.

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Procedure

Under Payment Type select Bank Account.
Provide the required Bank Account Information:
1. Select Account Type from th elist.
2. Type your bank's ABA Routing Number.
3. Type your Bank Account Number.
4. Type the Bank Account Holder’s Full Name.
Select Next.

Note: The system can save the same bank account information for up to 15 users. The 16th user to try and save the same payment information will receive an error message. This user must clear the Save Payment option, or save different payment information.
Review the one-time payment information.
If all information is correct, select the Confirm and Submit button.
Review the one-time payment confirmation.
Select Finish.

Note: Payment confirmation, including confirmation number, may be printed from this screen.

Contact the NMLS Call Center with any questions: 1-855-665-7123
Monday - Friday from 9:00AM to 9:00PM ET
Available from all U.S. States and Territories.