Get Your Dealer License in Georgia

Step 1: Pre-licensing Seminar - $159+

All applicants for a used car license are required to attend a board-approved seminar prior to applying for an initial license.

Step 2: Location - Office Space for as low as $300 a month (need 1st and last month usually)

To find a location, search the commercial real estate section on Craigslist,.

There are real estate agents experienced in commercial property & zoning and other auto dealers.

Here is how you find out where other dealers have leased space.

Step 1: Search cars for sale on Craigslist by dealers.

Step 2: Take the phone number from the Craigslist listing and search it on the internet.

Step 3: Take the address of the dealer and search to find the office complex or warehouse that allows auto dealers.

Step 4: Last step is to contact the landlord for any vacancies.

Step 3: Incorporation & EIN - $140 DIY 

Incorporate online at the Georgia Secretary of State 

The incorporation fee is $100. Georgia requires you to advertise your intent to incorporate in the appropriate print publication. The publication currently charges $40 for this service.

To apply for your Employer Identification Number (EIN), visit the IRS website. It's FREE to apply.

 You may need these numbers: NAICS Code for Used Car Dealers 441120 and SIC Code 5521.

Step 4: Bond - $35,000

I describe a Bond as an insurance policy for your customers.

You only pay a percentage of the Bond amount.

That percentage is based on your credit score with the most favorable rates for those with 680 score or higher in my experience. 

For an affordable bond quote: go to www.autodealerbschool.com/recs.

Step 5: Liability Insurance

An original certificate of insurance must show:

• Policy number
• Amount of coverage (liability-only is not acceptable)
• The exact name and address as shown on the application
• “Certificate Holder” must be listed as: State Board of Used Motor Vehicle Dealers, 237 Coliseum Drive, Macon, GA. 31217

For an affordable insurance quote: go to www.autodealerbschool.com/recs.

Step 6: Obtain Sales Tax Number

You can apply online through the Georgia Department of Revenue. More information is available here through their website.

Step 7: Criminal Record Check and Fingerprints

Register online at the Georgia Applicant Processing Services (GAPS) or by calling Cogent Systems at 1-888-439-2512.

• When registering, the ORI number to use when prompted is GA922400Z. The Verification Code is 922400Z.
• The Reason for Printing is Used Motor Vehicle Dealer License.

Results of the fingerprint-based background check will be available for board review after the fingerprint process is complete.

Step 8: Submit your Dealer License Application - $170

Complete the Used Car Dealer Application online and make sure all required documents are in order.

Fee: $170 (check or money order) 

Mail your completed application to:

Georgia State Board of Registration of Used Motor Vehicle Dealers and Used Motor Vehicle Parts Dealers
Board of Used Motor Vehicle Dealers
237 Coliseum Dr.
Macon, GA 31217

Step 9: Get Help! The learning curve is 2 years. Take the shortcut and be profitable faster.

You can have knowledge and experience at your side to give you that 20/20 hindsight vision.

Go to the Auto Dealer Business School to learn how you can level up with a mentor.

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