Department of Banking & Finance

The Department of Banking & Finance, located at 2990 Brandywine Rd #200 in Atlanta, GA, serves as a crucial regulatory body within the State of Georgia. This local government office is responsible for overseeing a variety of financial institutions and services to ensure compliance and protect consumers within the state.

As an official entity of the State of Georgia, the Department’s website and email systems utilize “georgia.gov” or “ga.gov” domains, ensuring the authenticity and security of the information provided. For verification, residents can call 1-800-GEORGIA to confirm the legitimacy of state websites.

Key Divisions:

1. Depository Division: Regulates and examines Georgia state-chartered banks, credit unions, trust companies, and bank holding companies. This division ensures these institutions operate safely and soundly, maintaining public confidence in the financial system.

2. Non-depository Division: Licenses and examines residential mortgage brokers and lenders, mortgage loan originators, consumer installment loan companies, money transmitters, and check cashers. This division works to protect consumers from fraudulent and unethical practices within these sectors.

Recent Announcements:

- Order to Cease and Desist Issued to Queena Dorsey Becomes Final

- BAM Trading Services, Inc. d/b/a Binance.US Voluntarily Surrenders Georgia License

- Order to Cease and Desist Issued to Mary Flanagan Becomes Final

Maintenance Notice:

Please note that the Department will be performing maintenance from August 24, 2024, to August 25, 2024. During this period, some services may be temporarily unavailable.

Additional Resources:

The Department provides an Index of Financial Topics and Financial Literacy Resources to help educate and inform the public about various financial matters.

For more information, visit the official website or contact the Department directly to ensure you are receiving accurate and secure information.