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NLS (Agent Credentialing)

IL Public User Guide

Before you apply, you must be a current employee of a facility, or have been instructed by a cannabis business entity HR representative to apply for agent credentialing.

Initial Agent Registration (applying for a credential for the first time)

Step 1: Register for an account: https://il-doa-public.nls.egov.com/#!/il-doa/register
Step 2: Click on "Create New Application"
Step 3: Click on the green box that states "New Agent Registration"
Step 4: Fill out all demographic information and what facility you will be working at
Step 5: Upload Documentation 

  • Digital Photo
  • Valid driver's license or state issued identification card
  • Proof of Residency
  • Fingerprint Consent Form
  • Authorization Form (Only for agent in charge)
  • Copy of Social Security Card

After uploading files or editing data, be sure you click the “SAVE” button to commit your changes before submitting or resubmitting your application to the department.

We recommend you use the latest version of Google Chrome when accessing and utilizing the registration system.

For each business type as well as each licensed business entity you will be required to apply for and receive a credential by whom you are employed.