Florida Mortgage Lender Servicer Branch License
branch licence · NMLS FLLENDERSERV_B · OFR
Requirements (1)
Step 1
Designated branch manager that is a Florida licensed loan originator. Each branch office of a mortgage broker must be operated by a branch manager who shall have full charge, control, and supervision of the branch office. The designated branch manager must be a licensed loan originator pursuant to s. 494.00312. Each branch office must keep the office informed of the person designated as the branch manager as prescribed by commission rule, which includes documentation of the individual’s acceptance of such responsibility. If the designation is inaccurate, the branch office shall be deemed to be operated under the full charge, control, and supervision of each officer, director, or ultimate equitable owner of a 10-percent or greater interest in the mortgage broker, or any other person in a similar capacity. Florida Statutes 494.0035 Principal loan originator and branch manager for mortgage brokerSubmitted via: NMLS
General information
Who is required to have this license?
This license is required for mortgage lender servicer licensees who conduct business at locations other than their principal place of business:
494.001 Definitions -
(3) “Branch office” means a location, other than a mortgage broker’s or mortgage lender’s principal place of business or remote location:
(a) The address of which appears on business cards, stationery, or advertising used by the licensee in connection with business conducted under this chapter;
(b) At which the licensee’s name, advertising or promotional materials, or signage suggests that mortgage loans are originated, negotiated, funded, or serviced; or
(c) At which mortgage loans are originated, negotiated, funded, or serviced by a licensee.
Pre-requisites for license applications?
Designated branch manager that is a Florida licensed mortgage loan originator.
Approximate total cost is $250 which includes:
$225 Florida application fee*
$25 NMLS processing fee*
*NMLS fees based on NMLS fee schedules and are subject to change
All fees are NON-REFUNDABLE
Other Florida mortgage licenses
- Mortgage Broker Branch License
- Mortgage Broker License
- Mortgage Lender Branch License
- Mortgage Lender License
- Mortgage Lender Servicer License
- Mortgage Loan Originator License
- All 7 Florida licenses
Sourced from the NMLS/CSBS state licensing record, last updated May 30, 2025. Requirements change — confirm against the state agency before filing. Not legal advice.