We are aware of a high number of scam texts and emails about fines being sent (from 18 August 2026). We do not send direct payment links via text message or email. If you receive a message about a fine and are unsure whether it is genuine, please contact our call centre on 0800 4 FINES (0800 434 637) before making any payment. Read more about identifying scams.
Have a copy of your Passport, New Zealand Drivers Licence, Kiwi Access Card or New Zealand Firearms Licence. If you are using an overseas passport as evidence of identity, you will also need to file your visa or other evidence that you are entitled to work in security in New Zealand.
Have a MasterCard or Visa credit or debit card to pay your fee if you’re applying online.
Have a copy of your Passport, New Zealand Drivers Licence, Kiwi Access Card or New Zealand Firearms Licence. If you are using an overseas passport as evidence of identity, you will also need to file your visa or other evidence that you are entitled to work in security in New Zealand.
By Mail to Licensing Authority of Secondhand Dealers & Pawnbrokers SX11159 Wellington
By Courier or by hand to Licensing Authority of Secondhand Dealers & Pawnbrokers Level 1 , 86 Customhouse Quay Wellington 6011
Fees
Application for:
Fee
Company licence
$540 with one director.
Plus $237 for each additional director applying for a certificate with the company licence.
Individual licence
$540
Certificate
$237
No refunds
If your application is turned down or you make a mistake and have to reapply, you won’t get your fee back. This is because the fee covers the costs for us to process the application.
Contact us for more information about the rare cases where we may give a refund.
Contact us for help
Contact us if you’re having trouble with your application or paying your fee by:
