INDUSTRY RESOURCES
Commonly Used Industry Resources
DFS Secure Platforms and Applications
Looking to file or submit something to DFS?
Learn where to go to submit a particular application, filing or form. DFS has three secure platforms for entities and licensees to make filings, manage bank exams, and manage their licensing in general: the DFS Portal, DFS Connect, and NY LINX - as well as certain web forms on this website.
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Licensing Applications, Forms, and Filings
The Department of Financial Services supervises many different types of institutions and individuals. Supervision may entail chartering, licensing, examination, requiring a registration or filing, etc. Use the links below to find applications, licensing information, forms, filing instructions, and other resources unique to each type of entity we supervise.
Other Entities We Supervise
DFS also registers, certifies, approves, permits, and authorizes certain entities
To find out if a particular entity is chartered, licensed or otherwise supervised by the Department, visit our Who We Supervise page. The following links can help you find out more about how we supervise each type of entity.