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View Open Branch List Free
  • Firm IARD#
 Not Applicable  
File New Branch $80

Since DFI is currently in the branch renewal period, an additional $80 is charged for renewal through the next year.
  • Firm IARD#
  • Payment via credit card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express) or E-Check using a checking or savings account
  • Branch CRD# (if applicable)
  • Branch Address
  • Opening Date
 $100, if filed more than 14 days beyond the effective date File New Branch
Close Existing Branch Free (late fees may apply)
  • Firm IARD#
  • If late, payment via credit card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express) or E-Check using a checking or savings account
  • Closing Date
 $100, if filed more than 14 days beyond the effective date Close Existing Branch
Address Change for Existing Branch Free (late fees may apply)
  • Firm IARD#
  • If late, payment via credit card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express) or E-Check using a checking or savings account
  • Address Change Effective Date
 $100, if filed more than 14 days beyond the effective date Address Change for Existing Branch
Renew Existing Branches $80 per branch
  • Firm IARD#
  • Payment via credit card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express) or E-Check using a checking or savings account
 $100 per branch liability, if filed after December 1. Any late fees will be assessed after renewal filing is made.   Renewal
Pay Late Fee $100
  • Firm IARD#
 Not Applicable  

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