The OCCC hereby provides notice that Credit Access Businesses will begin transitioning from ALECS to the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS) effective March 16, 2026.
All Credit Access Business licenses currently maintained in ALECS will be transitioned to NMLS. Upon transition, all licensing-related submissions—including renewals, amendments, new applications, and other transactions—must be submitted through NMLS. ALECS will no longer be used for these purposes.
Licensees are encouraged to begin gathering Internal Revenue Service (IRS) documentation reflecting an exact match of the entity’s legal name and Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), if such documentation is not already available.
Existing NMLS Account Holders:
Please ensure that your NMLS account remains active and monitor your email for further communications from OCCC.
The OCCC anticipates that the transition application will require fewer documents than a new application. Additional information regarding NMLS is available through the NMLS Resource Center.
Transition Period:
March 16, 2026 through May 18, 2026
The OCCC Licensing Team and the NMLS Call Center will be available to provide assistance during the transition period. Additional information, including training opportunities, will be distributed in subsequent communications.
NMLS Call Center
Please note that OCCC staff do not have access to NMLS in the same capacity as applicants. We are unable to view your account or upload documents on your behalf. For help with account creation, system navigation, or uploading documents, we recommend contacting the NMLS Call Center at 1-855-665-7123 (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–9:00 PM ET).