State Debt Collection Regulations
puerto rico Debt Collection Licensing
- All Debt Collectors are requied to be licensed under Chapter 45 of Title Ten of the Laws of Puerto Rico, known as the “Collecting Agencies” chapter
- Difficult to navigate without the help of licensing experts like Cornerstone
- Non-compliance with licensing requirements may result in hefty fines
pr Debt Collection Requirements
LICENSE
bond
$5K
exemptions
background check
Collector Registration
resident manager
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Key Details
Puerto Rico Debt Collection Requirements
Licensing
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Regulatory Authority
The Puerto Rico Dept of Consumer Affairs mandates that debt collectors operating in the state be licensed.
Application Process
If you’d like more information about the application process, contact Cornerstone or visit the state regulating site.
Maintaining Licensing
To maintain the license, debt collectors must renew annually by 12/31 and comply with the regulations outlined in Chapter 45, including maintaining proper records and adhering to prohibited practices. It is important to maintain great record keeping practices to ensure no questions about compliance arise.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Penalties for non-compliance may include fines, license suspension or revocation, and potential criminal charges.
Expert Assistance
With so many possible pitfalls and ways to not have a collection agency license approved, many businesses utilize licensing experts like Cornerstone to navigate the process successfully.
Bonds
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Bond Requirement
The surety bond requirement is $5,000 for Puerto Rico debt collectors.
Cornerstone can quickly write this bond for you so you can get back to focusing on growing your business.
Background Check
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Requirements
There is no background check requirement in Puerto Rico
Collector Registration
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Requirements
Collector registration is not required in Puerto Rico
Resident Manager
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There is no resident manager requirement in Puerto Rico
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