Business licensing & compliance for dealers
If you buy, sell, lease, or otherwise deal in motor vehicles and/or trailers in Maryland, you need a license from the MVA. Select your business type below to find out which license you need, what the requirements are, and how to apply.
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ADR or scrap processor licensesLearn who needs an ADR or scrap processor license, what the requirements are, and how to apply.
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Dealer licensesLearn about dealer licenses for new/used, emergency, motorcycle, trailer or wholesale, what the requirements are, and how to apply.
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Interchangeable platesLearn how to get interchangeable plates for special mobile equipment, transporters, or finance companies
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Title services licensesLearn who needs a title services license, what the requirements are, and how to apply.
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Vehicle manufacturer or distributor licensesLearn who needs a manufacturer or distributor license, what the requirements are, and how to apply.
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Vehicle salesperson licensesLearn who needs a salesperson license, what the requirements are, and how to apply.
myMVA business portal
Sign in or create an account to apply for and manage a business licenses and access other MVA services for your business online.
Registration, titling & resources
Get up to speed with free MVA training
Attend a business licensing orientation session to learn how to run a compliant dealership, navigate the titling process and more. Open to new and current licensees.