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Banking Department
Businesses need a charter from the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) to start a commercial bank or trust. The charter allows the company to conduct businesses.
Businesses must provide certificates, affidavits, and proof of financial health.
Additional resources
NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS)
Address
Bank and Trust Chartering
One State Street
New York NY 10004-1417
Bank and Trust Chartering
One State Street
New York NY 10004-1417
Website
http://www.dfs.ny.gov/
Phone
(212) 709-1540
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