North Carolina Money Transmitter License Overview

North Carolina Money Transmitter License Regulator

A money transmitter is a business that helps a person send or receive money within the United States or abroad, typically by means of a wire transfer, money order, or stored value card. Money transmitters must have a license to operate and are regulated by the North Carolina Office of the Commissioner of Banks (NCCOB).

North Carolina Money Transmitter Requirements

In order to apply for a money transmitter license in North Carolina, you have to fulfill the following requirements:

Prerequisites

Demonstrate a tangible net worth of $250,000
Submit Surety Bond worth $150,000.

Documents

When applying for your license in North Carolina, you will have to submit the following documents along with your application:

Audited Financial statements
Credit Report (along with explanation)
Business Plan
Bank account information
BSA/AML policy
North Carolina Business License
Flow of funds
Company formation documents

Depending on your case, you might be required to submit additional documents. You can find a complete list of documents required for a money transmitter license in North Carolina here.

North Carolina Money Transmitter Cost

Costs for a money transmitter license include paying an application fee and renewal fee, fulfilling the surety bond and net worth requirements, and other expenses.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining a MTL in North Carolina

Step 1: Register your MSB with FINCEN.

Before you apply for a North Carolina MTL, make sure your company is registered with FINCEN and also meets the basic requirements such as a minimum tangible net worth of $250,000.

Step 2: Create an Account on NMLS

Applications for MTLs in North Carolina are only done electronically via NMLS so you need to set up an account to do so.

Step 3: Collect all the documents you need

After creating an account on NMLS, read through the list of required documents. Fill in your application form and upload the documents alongside it.

Step 4: Paying the Fees

Pay all the requisite for your application to be considered. It will take approximately 3 to 4 months for your application to be approved.

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This page was last updated on June 2, 2023.

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