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Pawnbroker License

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Before you submit your application

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    You must have the applicable Business Certificate based on your business’s legal structure. More info

  • 2

    Complete the Basic License Application. More info

  • 3

    The business must provide their New York State Sales Tax Identification Number or Certificate of Authority Application Confirmation Number on the Basic License Application .

  • 4

    Submit a copy of a $10,000 surety bond (or third party bond), properly signed. More info

  • 5

    If someone other than the license applicant will prepare and submit this application, complete the Granting Authority to Act Affirmation. More info

  • 6

    All Sole Proprietors, General Partners, Corporate Officers, Principals, Directors, Members, and Shareholders owning 10% or more of company stock must schedule an appointment with IdentoGO to be fingerprinted. More info

  • 7

    List of Fees. More info

  • Ready to Apply?

    Steps to apply online:

  • 1

    Review the requirements for the license and gather all materials before clicking the Apply Online button. Note: You will be redirected to a new web page where you will need a registered account with the City of New York to submit an online application.

  • 2

    After submitting an application online, print a copy of the Confirmation Page. The Confirmation Page will list the additional steps and materials required to complete the application. These materials are also listed above and must be submitted within five business days of filing the application online if they were not uploaded as part of the online application submission.