Second-hand dealing and pawnbroking industry regulation

Get a second-hand dealing or pawnbroking licence

Find out about the types of second-hand dealer or pawnbroker licences. Get details of eligibility criteria and learn how to apply for a licence.

Second-hand dealing and pawnbroking industry breaches and penalties

Find out what happens if you break the law as a second-hand goods dealer or pawnbroker.

Second-hand dealing forms

Find a list of forms for a licence to work as a second-hand dealer or pawnbroker.

Work as a second-hand dealer

You must follow certain rules as a second-hand dealer. Find out about displaying your licence, trading restrictions and keeping a register.

Work as a pawnbroker

Pawnbrokers must follow certain rules when trading. Find out about displaying your licence, keeping a register and honouring the redemption period.

Check a second-hand dealer or pawnbroker licence

Find out how to check if a second-hand dealer or pawnbroker has a valid licence. Search our online register and learn how to get an official record.