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Types of Licenses - Loan Originators, Brokers and Lenders

Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS)

Effective October 1, 2010 all Loan Originator applications, amendments, and renewal filings must be filed through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System. Click here to access the NMLS Resource Center website and to login to the NMLS System.

All licensed individual mortgage brokers must reapply for the new loan originator license between October 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010. Any individual wishing to act as a loan originator has until December 31, 2010 to apply through NMLS. Florida's transition plan has been posted to the NMLS Resource Center website.

Forms and Instructions

Click here to access Form MU4 (Uniform Individual Mortgage License/Registration & Consent Form) from the NMLS Resource Center website.

Download the NMLS Policy Guidebook (PDF file 4.8 MB)

Frequently Asked Questions

A FAQ on the Professional Requirements topics

New Mortgage License Requirements FACT SHEET

S.A.F.E. MLO Test Preparation Information (Powerpoint Presentation)

3 Easy Steps to Create an SAFE MLO Test Enrollment and Schedule an Appointment

Step 1: Establish an Individual Account in NMLS

Please visit the NMLS Resource Center for information on how to create an account. You can also reference the Create an Individual Account Quick Guide, which provides step-by-step instruction.

Step 2: Create and Pay for a Test Enrollment Window

After you have established an account on NMLS, you can create and pay for a test enrollment window. Please note: you can NOT schedule a test appointment without creating and paying for a test enrollment first. For information on how to enroll for a test, please refer to the Test Enrollment Quick Guide for MLOs on the NMLS Resource Center.

Step 3: Schedule a Test Appointment

Once you have created a test enrollment, you are now ready to schedule your test appointment. Please go to the Test Center Locations page of the NMLS Resource Center to select a test center that is convenient for you. Follow the instructions on the screen to make the appointment.