Australian Credit Licence (ACL)
abbreviationAus·tra·li·an cred·it li·cencepronounced os-TRAY-lee-ən KRED-it LIY-səns
Last reviewed 16 April 2026
What does the abbreviation Australian Credit Licence (ACL) mean?
A licence issued by ASIC that authorises a person or company to engage in credit activities, including providing credit assistance as a mortgage broker. The 6-digit licence number must be displayed on the broker's website and documents.
How the abbreviation Australian Credit Licence (ACL) is used
Before choosing a broker, check their Australian Credit Licence number on the ASIC register to confirm they are properly authorised.
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MLA citation: "Australian Credit Licence (ACL)." How to Property, 16 Apr. 2026, https://howtoproperty.com.au/definitions/australian-credit-licence-acl. Accessed 29 May 2026.
Chicago citation: How to Property. "Australian Credit Licence (ACL)." Last modified April 16, 2026. https://howtoproperty.com.au/definitions/australian-credit-licence-acl.
APA citation: How to Property. (2026, April 16). Australian Credit Licence (ACL). https://howtoproperty.com.au/definitions/australian-credit-licence-acl