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MSB License Regulation in Connecticut

Regulator of MSB license in Connecticut

Connecticut Department of Banking.

Documents required for application:

Prerequisite

  • Tangible net worth: The least amount of money you would need to show as tangible net worth is between $100,000 and $1,000,000, depending on the type of business you run.
  • Surety bond—Based on the number of transactions, the bond amount ranges from $300,000 to $1,000,000.
  • Financial statement: You need to show your net worth with audited financial records that are no more than 12 months old.

Documents

The regulator typically requires several key documents for compliance:

  • Audited financial statements
  • Credit report
  • Bank account information
  • Business Plan
  • Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Policy
  • Authorized Delegate locations
  • Any other trade name used
  • Company formation documents
  • Certificate of Good Standing
  • Flow of Funds documentation
  • Organizational Chart
  • Registered Agents information

Cost Involved

  • Tangible Net Worth: $100,000 to $1,000,000 minimum, dependent on business activities.
  • Bond Amount: Between $300,000 and $1,000,000, dependent upon the volume of money transmission in Connecticut and business activities.
  • Financial Statement: Audited Financial Statement reflecting net worth, which cannot be dated more than 12 months prior to the application date, must be provided via NMLS.
  • Total License Cost: $1,975 including NMLS processing fee.

Process of application

To acquire a money transmitter license in Connecticut, the subsequent procedures must be adhered to:

  • Create a business registration with FinCEN.
  • Establish an NMLS account to file applications.
  • It is advisable to thoroughly review the Connecticut General Statute and the regulator’s website in order to ensure that no provisions are overlooked.
  • Compile and affix all mandatory documentation in conjunction with your application.
  • Cover all costs that are associated with it.
  • Await the Connecticut Department of Banking’s approval. The typical duration of the delay is between six and eight months.