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.
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.
Industry Terms of Use
NMLS user agreement for Industry users.
State Agency Terms of Use
NMLS user agreement for State Agency users.
Surety Bond Industry Terms of Use
NMLS user agreement for Surety Bond Industry users.
Federal Agency Terms of Use
NMLS user agreement for Federal Agency users.
Education Management System Terms of Use
NMLS user agreement for EMS users.
NMLS Public Comment Policy
Public Comment Policy Final 10/18/2023
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").
Failed Payment and Payment Dispute Policy
NMLS policy for collecting failed payments.
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