Utah lending rules
Utah has 255 Census places covered on Loansloth, with a combined estimated population of 3,204,467. Personal-loan terms in Utah are set by licensed lenders under state law; the sourced rules below apply to every borrower in the state.
Key rules for borrowers in Utah
| Rule | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum legal interest rate (usury cap) | No general cap — parties may agree to any rate; 10% per annum legal rate if no rate is specified (Utah Code § 15-1-1) Source says: The parties to a lawful written, verbal, or implied contract may agree upon any rate of interest for the contract |
Utah State Legislature as of 2026-09-16 |
| Payday lending status | Legal; deferred deposit lenders must register with the Utah DFI (Utah Code Title 7, ch. 23) Source says: It is unlawful for a person to engage in the business of cashing checks or the business of deferred deposit lending in Utah |
Utah State Legislature as of 2026-09-16 |
| Small-loan / installment lender licensing | Consumer lenders under the Utah Consumer Credit Code (Title 70C) must file a Consumer Credit Notification via NMLS Source says: Entities subject to the UCCC's notification requirement must file a Consumer Credit Notification (CCN) through the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS). |
Utah Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) as of 2026-09-16 |
| State lending regulator | Utah Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) Source says: The Department of Financial Institutions regulates 19 banks, 22 credit unions, 17 industrial banks and 1 trust company. |
Utah Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) as of 2026-09-16 |
Cities in Utah
We cover 255 Census places in Utah.
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Frequently asked questions
What interest rate can a lender charge in Utah?
It depends on the product and the statute that governs it. The sourced table on this page lists Utah's usury cap and the licensing rules, each with its publisher and a link to the primary source.
Are payday loans legal in Utah?
Payday lending is regulated state by state; some states permit it, some cap it, and some prohibit it outright. See the sourced figure on this page for the current position.
Do I need a license to lend money in Utah?
Most consumer lenders must be licensed by the state regulator named on this page. You can verify a lender's license with that regulator before you sign anything.