How-to Guide: Used Motor Vehicle Dealers
How to Apply
If you would like to apply as a Used Motor Vehicle Dealer, it is required that you file with the Secretary of State and renew every two years. Review the requirements and the step-by-step guide below.
- Licensure requires completing an application, get it signed and notarized, and pay the required fee.
- See specific instructions for application depending on license and application type.
- You must submit all the required documentation and fees in order to be considered for licensure.
- You must have an application with the board before you can be fingerprinted. You must pre-register for fingerprinting at https://www.aps.gemalto.com/ga/index.htm.
- Once Board staff verifies your application is on file, you will receive an email notification from the GBI/GAPS to report to your chosen fingerprint site.
- Renewal is completed online and is required by March 31 of even numbered years. Late renewal period is April 1-April 30 of even numbered years.
Select your application type to view instructions on how to apply:
After you Apply – What to Expect
- Processing Time – Applications are generally processed within 20 business days of receipt, excluding weekends and holidays. Applications are individually evaluated by the Board in order of date received, and processing times can vary based on individual circumstances and volume.
- If you receive a deficiency letter, your 20 day count restarts when the Board receives your correct and complete documentation.
- Please Note – Incomplete applications may be withdrawn if noted deficiencies are not satisfied within 60 days of said notification. If your application is withdrawn, you will be required to restart the application process to be considered for licensure, to include submission of all required documents and fees.
- Completed applications will be initially reviewed by Board staff and may be reviewed by the Board at an upcoming Board Meeting. Applications must be complete and received at least 15 days prior to a Board Meeting to be added to that meeting’s agenda. Otherwise, the application will be reviewed at the next Board meeting.
- Check Application Status >>
- Keep Your Contact Info Up to Date
- Be sure the email address you include for yourself on your application is correct and current. Email is the primary means of communication used by the Board.
- Additionally, it is important for applicants/licensees to update their email address with the Board just as they would update their physical and mailing addresses.
- Wait For It
- You may not legally perform services until you hold an active license.
- Staff will communicate with you regarding the status of your application.
Fees
|
Application |
$170 |
|
License for additional (Supplemental) lots |
$170 |
|
Change of designee |
$100 |
|
Renewal |
$150 |
|
Late renewal |
$250 |
|
Lapsed license (Reinstatement) |
$420 |
|
Duplicate license (“blue card”) |
$25 |
|
License verification letter |
$35 |
Processing Fees - Effective 3/15/2022
- Online processing fee: $5.00
- Mail-In processing fee: $10.00
Licensure Checklist
If you have never been licensed before and have completed the requirements to include completing the pre-licensing seminar, apply for licensure by submitting the following application.
If you have never been licensed before and have completed the requirements to include completing the pre-licensing seminar, apply for licensure by submitting the following application.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Download application>>
- Zoning certification (included within application)
- Surety Bond with Power of Attorney
- Certificate of Insurance
- Photographs of Business
- Proof of Seminar Completion
- Background Check
- Board Disciplinary Actions/Sanctions
- Arrest/Conviction
- Court Documents (If applicable)
- Letter of Explanation (If applicable)
- Preliminary Inspection
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
Submit a non-refundable application fee of $170.
Reinstatement
Licenses that have lapsed or been revoked will require reinstatement.
Licenses that have lapsed or been revoked will require reinstatement.
Any licensee that has been lapsed or revoked for over a year will require a new application.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Download application>>
- Certificate of Insurance
- Zoning Certificate
- Photographs of Business
- Proof of Seminar Completion
- Background Check
- Board Disciplinary Actions/Sanctions
- Arrest/Conviction
- Court Documents (If applicable)
- Letter of Explanation (If applicable)
- Preliminary Inspection
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
A non-refundable application fee of $420.00.
Change of Designee
If you are changing designees, you will complete and submit this application and fee.
If you are changing designees, you will complete and submit this application and fee.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Download application>>
- Corporation Designation
- Proof of Seminar Completion
- Background Check
- Conviction/Sanctions
- Court Documents (If applicable)
- Letter of Explanation (If applicable)
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
Submit a completed application along with the non-refundable application fee of $100.00.
Change of Name or Location
If you are changing name or location, you will complete and submit this application.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed application Download application>>
- Surety Bond with Power of Attorney
- Certificate of Insurance
- Photographs of Signage
- Corporate Name Change Certificate
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed application Download application>>
- Zoning Certificate
- Surety Bond with Power of Attorney
- Certificate of Insurance
- Photographs of Location including Signage
- Preliminary Inspection
There are no fees for Change of Name or Location.
Renewal
If you have currently hold this license and need to renew in order to keep your license up to date, apply for renewal before March 31 of the year it expires to avoid late fees.
If you have currently hold this license and need to renew in order to keep your license up to date, apply for renewal before March 31 of the year it expires to avoid late fees.
- To process your renewal, log in to your account on the Georgia Online Licensing site.
- Click on the License Renewal button on the left-hand side of the page. Enter your login information.
- If you do not remember your login credentials, click on the link to reset for a “person” type license.
- Follow the instructions for online renewal specific for your license.
Of note, you are required to obtain 6 hours of CE in order to be eligible to renew your license. See CE Requirements for more information.
Submit a completed application along with the non-refundable application fee of $150.00.
How to File
To apply by mail:
Once your checklist is completed, please mail all documents to:
Georgia Board of Used Motor Vehicle Dealers
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, Georgia 31217
MAIL APPLICATION WITH PAYMENT IN A 9x12 or LARGER ENVELOPE – DO NOT STAPLE pages or check/money order. Do not fold pages of the application. Make check/money order payable to Georgia Secretary of State and submit to Georgia Board of Used Motor Vehicle Dealers, 237 Coliseum Drive, Macon, GA 31217.
Please note, endorsement applications must be submitted by paper only.
Contact
Address
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, Georgia 31217
Phone
Service Hours
M-F 8:00 – 5:00
Related Resources
- Online Resource Georgia Independent Automobile Dealers Association
- Online Resource National Independent Automobile Dealers Association
- Online Resource Georgia Applicant Processing Services
Georgia State Board for the Registration of Used Motor Vehicle Dealers
Address
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, Georgia 31217
Phone
Service Hours
M-F 8:00 – 5:00