Apply for a pawnbroker licence

Introduction

If you want to run a business offering loans to people using their property as collateral, you'll need a pawnbroker licence.

If you want to buy or sell used items or unwanted, unused goods like gifts, you'll also need a second-hand dealer licence.

Pawnbroker and second-hand dealer licences can be issued separately, or together as a combined licence.

Eligibility

You must:

• be aged 18 years or over
• be a 'fit and proper person' to hold a licence
• not be a disqualified person.

What you need

• the PDF form – 'Application for a Licence Under the Pawnbrokers and Second-Hand Dealers Act'
• your payment
• proof of identity (such as driver licence or passport).

How to apply

1. Select the 'Download PDF form' button.
2. Complete the form and submit your application in person at a Service NSW Centre, or by email using the details on the form.

Payment methods