More Paperwork? State Dept Eyes Brokering License Form Continuation
Published Date: 4/6/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of State wants to keep collecting info from people who broker defense deals and is asking for your thoughts by June 5, 2026. This affects U.S. and foreign brokers who need a license before making certain defense trades, with each form taking about 2 hours to complete. No big changes or new fees, just a request to extend the current process and make sure it’s working well.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Must Get Prior License to Broker Defense Items
If you are a U.S. or foreign person who wants to broker defense articles or defense services controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must register with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and submit a written Brokering Prior Approval request (form DS-4294) and receive DDTC consent before brokering, unless exempted.
Time Burden to Complete Brokering Form
Completing the Brokering Prior Approval form (DS-4294) takes about 2 hours per response; the Department estimates 170 respondents and a total burden of 340 hours for this information collection.
Electronic Filing Available via DECCS
Applicants may submit the Brokering Prior Approval Request electronically through DDTC's Defense Export Control and Compliance System (DECCS) using form DS-4294, which provides an online filing option.
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