License: DEBT COLLECTOR/SOLICITOR

201 West Washington Avenue, Suite 500
P.O. Box 7876
Madison, WI 53707-7876
(608) 261-2310

Collection agencies are hired by creditors to collect the outstanding debts of individuals and companies. A collector or solicitor means any person employed by a collection agency to collect or receive payment or to solicit the receiving or collecting of payment for others of any account, bill or other indebtedness outside of the office. Prerequisites: The applicant and principals must meet financial responsibility, character, and general fitness requirements. There is an application process, which need to be completed. Contact the department for specifics.

  • Stand-alone license
  • No exam
  • No education required
  • No experience required
  • No criminal record requirements
License information updated 12/01/2020