About
State
Banking Department
Bank holding companies in New York State must register with the NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS).
Registration must happen within 180 days of incorporation. Companies must receive approval to acquire banks or use the word "bank" in their name.
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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