Vehicle Dealer License Application Instructions

Thank you for your interest in obtaining a Maryland Vehicle Dealers License. It is our intent to help you obtain your license as quickly as

possible. If assistance is needed, please e-mail the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration Business Licensing

Division at [email protected] . To obtain a Maryland dealer packet, you may visit the Business Licensing information

website at www.mva.maryland.gov. For more information on state and local licensing requirements, visit www.dsd.state.md.us for Code of

Maryland Regulations (COMAR) and Maryland Vehicle Law is available online at https://lawlib.state.md.us. Note: Failure to complete the

application and submit the required documents will result in your application being rejected.

Getting Started

You will need to obtain the following to start the application:

• Application for Vehicle Dealers License (CS-042). Make sure the application is completed in its entirety.

• Form CP-575 from IRS issuing FEIN or EIN number to business.

• Criminal Background Check Authorization (CS-011). All applicants/licensees must submit a Criminal Background Check. If you currently live or

have lived in another state within the last year, you must provide a criminal record from that state in addition to the Maryland record check.

• Zoning Approval Form (CS-053) – This form must be presented to the Zoning Board in the County/City where your business is located. A

representative of the Zoning Board must complete the lower portion of the form.

• Department of Assessment and Taxation – Form/letter that verifies you are registered to do business in the State of Maryland using the name(s)

indicated on your application. Both your corporate and trade names must be registered. The Department of Assessment and Taxation is located at 301

W. Preston Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. You may contact them by telephone at 410-767-1330, 1331, or 1332 or visit their website at

https://dat.maryland.gov/Pages/sdatforms.aspx

• Repair Facility Contract (CS-125). If you do not have a repair facility at the location where you will be licensed, you must provide a contract with a

repair facility within 5 miles of your dealership. The contract must include Maryland State Police Inspection if applicable.

• Once we have received your completed application and the other required documents above, we will assign an inspector to your application. The

inspector will contact you to set up a time to come inspect your property. If you would like to inquire on the status of your application, you can reach

the Business Licensing office by phone at 410-787-2952 or email at [email protected] .

• You will also be receiving an email assigning you a date to complete Dealer Orientation. You must complete orientation as part of the licensure

process. The orientations are held monthly from 9:00a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Administration. If you are unable to attend the date

that you are assigned, please contact our office by phone at 410-787-2952 or email at [email protected] so we can

reschedule for the next available orientation.

You may submit your application via our e-Services business

portal at https://mymva.maryland.gov/TAP/Bus/ .

1. You will “Create a New e-Services Account”.

. Once you have created the account, you will then be able to log into the e-Services portal and apply for a dealership by clicking “More”.

3. You then will choose “Register a Business License”.

4. You then choose “Register a Dealership”. You will be able to upload all the applicable documents, under this application.

5. Be certain to make note of your Confirmation number that will be given to you at the end of the submission.

You may also submit your application via the mail by sending to:

MDOT MVA

Business Licensing Room 146

601 Ritchie Highway, NE

Glen Burnie, Maryland 21062

Once your business has passed the inspection process, you will need to complete the following steps and pay the appropriate fees:

• ERT Contract. All new licensees are required to contract with an Electronic Registration and Titling (ERT) provider

. A copy of the ERT

contract is required to be submitted to our office. For vendor information please visit www.mva.maryland.gov/Business-

Services/ert.html .

• Surety Bond of Vehicle or Trailer Dealer (CS-067A). The bond required is based on the number of the vehicles you sold or is projected

to be sold. If you need clarification on how much of a bond to obtain, please contact the Business Licensing office. The bond must be in

the full name of the dealership including trade name or doing business as name. It must reflect the full name of all officers, partners, or

owners exactly as shown on the application. The bond must also be signed by all officers, partners, or owners.

• Liability Insurance. You must submit a Certificate of Insurance to show proof of Liability Insurance.

• Workers’ Compensation. If you have Workers’ Compensation Insurance, you must submit a Certificate of Insurance to show proof of

Workers’ Compensation Insurance. If you are claiming an exception from providing Worker’s Compensation Insurance for your

employees, please contact the Worker’s Compensation Office at 410-864-5100 or visit their website at www.wcc.state.md.us to obtain

information and the appropriate forms for businesses who do not provide this type of coverage.

• Traders License. A copy of the trader’s license obtained from the Circuit Court in the jurisdiction where your business is located is

required.

• Use and Occupancy Permit. Is required by applicants using a trailer as an office.

• Franchise Approval from Manufacturer. New Vehicle Dealers must provide verification of franchise agreements from each manufacturer.

A manufacturer must also be licensed with the MDOT MVA to have its products sold by a dealer in the State of Maryland.

• New Vehicle Certification Form (CS-22). This form defines certain relationships with the manufacturers that cannot be licensed as

dealers in Maryland.

You may upload the addition

al documents via your e-Services Portal or mailing them in at the address located on the middle of the page. Any

questions can be directed to the Business Licensing office by phone at 410-768-2952 or email at

[email protected].

Next Steps