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.