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Renewing Company Licenses or Registrations
Learn the basic concept of company license and registration renewals in NMLS and navigate to related renewal topics.
Preparing for NMLS Annual Renewal for Companies
Introduction to the steps companies must take to prepare for the NMLS annual renewal process.
Gathering Renewal Requirements
Before you can renew your license, you must gather all state-specific requirements using the NMLS Renewal Checklist Compiler and the Renewal Deadlines, Requirements, and Fees Chart.
Using the Annual Renewal Checklist Compiler
This task explains how to use the Annual Renewal Checklist Compiler to view and download checklists for state-specific license renewals.

Renewing Company Licenses or Registrations
Learn the basic concept of company license and registration renewals in NMLS and navigate to related renewal topics.
- NMLS Annual Renewal Overview for Companies
  Understand the process and requirements for renewing company licenses or registrations in NMLS, including timelines, renewal eligibility, attestation, and submission of required fees and documentation.
- Preparing for NMLS Annual Renewal for Companies
  Introduction to the steps companies must take to prepare for the NMLS annual renewal process.
  - Confirming Your Record is Up to Date
    Verify that your company record in NMLS is current and accurate before submitting annual renewal requests.
  - Reviewing License Status Eligibility
    Check your company’s license statuses in NMLS to confirm eligibility for renewal and identify any issues that may block renewal.
  - Items that Can Prevent Renewal Eligibility
    Overview of common issues in NMLS that can block or delay license renewal eligibility for state-licensed companies.
  - Removing License Items
    Identify and resolve license items in NMLS that could block or delay your company’s annual renewal.
  - Gathering Renewal Requirements
    Before you can renew your license, you must gather all state-specific requirements using the NMLS Renewal Checklist Compiler and the Renewal Deadlines, Requirements, and Fees Chart.
    - Licenses Bypassing Renewal
      Some licenses may be excluded from the annual renewal process in NMLS depending on how recently they were issued or transitioned into the system.
    - Using the Renewal Deadlines, Requirements, and Fees Chart
      This task explains how to access and interpret the Renewal Deadlines, Requirements, and Fees Chart to review key state-by-state requirements for license renewal.
    - Using the Annual Renewal Checklist Compiler
      This task explains how to use the Annual Renewal Checklist Compiler to view and download checklists for state-specific license renewals.
- Requesting NMLS Annual Renewal for Company Licenses or Registrations
  Overview of how companies can request annual renewal of their licenses or registrations in NMLS, including available submission methods, attestation, and payment.
- Choosing Do Not Renew for Company Licenses or Registrations
  Learn when and why companies may select the Do Not Renew option in NMLS for specific licenses or registrations, and how to complete the action.
- Troubleshooting Common Issues with NMLS Annual Renewal
  This topic outlines common issues that may prevent successful license renewal in NMLS and offers guidance on how to resolve them.
- Reinstating Company Licenses or Registrations
  Learn how companies can reinstate expired or lapsed licenses in NMLS if permitted by their state regulator.
- Determining Renewal Status Using Composite View
  Use Composite View in NMLS to check and interpret the renewal status of company, branch, and sponsored individual licenses during the annual renewal period.
- Managing NMLS Annual Renewal for MLO Licenses or Registrations
  Overview of how companies manage the annual renewal process for Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) licenses and registrations in NMLS, including collaboration with MLOs to ensure timely and accurate renewals.

Using the Annual Renewal Checklist Compiler

This task explains how to use the Annual Renewal Checklist Compiler to view and download checklists for state-specific license renewals.

About this task

The Annual Renewal Checklist Compiler allows you to search for and download the appropriate license renewal checklists for the states in which you are licensed. Each checklist outlines specific documents or requirements that must be satisfied to complete your renewal.

Procedure

Go to the Annual Renewal Checklist.
Select the relevant checklist type filter option (e.g., Individual or Company).
Use the State dropdown to select the state(s) where you are licensed.
Use the available filters to narrow results by License Type, Renewal Year, or Checklist Name if needed.
Click Search to display the matching checklist results.
Select the appropriate checklist(s) and click Download PDF to save a copy for your records.

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