Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection

Welcome to the website of the Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection, an agency within the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation. The Bureau oversees many aspects of the consumer finance industry, including non-bank mortgage lenders, debt collectors, loan brokers, retail creditors, money transmitters, consumer reporting agencies, student loan servicers, and non-bank ATMs. We appreciate your visit to our homepage and look forward to assisting you.

For information regarding credit and debit card surcharges, CLICK HERE.

NMLS License Transitions

Transitions for the following license types are currently open:

  • Payroll Processors (through October 31, 2024)

Transitions for the following registration types are expected to open November 1, 2024:

  • Consumer Reporting Agencies
  • Debt Management Service Providers

Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.

Need help with your license transition? Start with these resources:

Please note: while recently published Bureau Rules make the changes necessary to transition several license and registration types to the NMLS. As transition dates for industries become available, they will be published on the Bureau's website HERE.

CLICK HERE for for general information about transitioning your license or registration to NMLS. CLICK HERE (Trusted Partner Link) to access NMLS license transition checklists. Click the button below (trusted partner link) to visit the NMLS Resource Center.

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