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How to apply as an agent

Step 1 of 4 - Registration process

 

  • Note: If you are already a user on a business account, under account settings you will add yourself as an Individual. If you already have an account in NLS, do not create another one.
  • New users must register by navigating to the registration page: https://il-doa-public.nls.egov.com/register
  • You will need your personal information to submit 
  • Once registration information is submitted, confirm your email address by clicking the link sent to your Inbox. 

 

Step 2 of 4 - Log in process

  • Once your new account email has been verified, you can log in: https://il-doa-public.nls.egov.com/login
  • You will need your username and password to login 
  • If you have forgotten your password, select Forgot Password on the login screen.

Step 3 of 4 - Submit an application

  • Click on Create New Application and choose New Agent Registration
  • You will have to upload the following documents:  
    • Digital photo
    • Valid Driver’s License or State Issued ID card
    • Proof of Residency (and any address change documentation)
    • Authorization Form (if applicable – only Agent in Charge applications)
    • Copy of Social Security Card
    • Fingerprint Consent Form Link >
      • Must be within 30 days of application from a Live Scan vendor.
  • For Payment, Pay with E-check or Credit card.
  • Pay and Submit your application for review by IDOA. The cost is $100 and can be paid via eCheck or Credit Card. Please note: Credit Card transactions have a 2.25% transaction fee that the applicant pays.  

Step 4 of 4 - Notification updates

  • Monitor your email inbox for updates from the review process by IDOA.

  • You will receive an email notification on any rejections due to potential issues with your application. 

  • Rejected applications must be corrected and resubmitted through NLS. If you leave your application in rejected status for over 90 days, it will automatically be forfeited.

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