How to Get a Dealer License in Illinois (2026)
In Illinois, dealers are licensed by Illinois Secretary of State, Vehicle Services Department (Dealer & Remitter Licensing). Every fact below links to the official page it came from.
Illinois dealer license facts
Steps to get licensed in Illinois
- Pick the license. Ask Illinois Secretary of State, Vehicle Services Department (Dealer & Remitter Licensing) which license fits a used-car business.
- Set up the place of business. Confirm with Illinois Secretary of State, Vehicle Services Department (Dealer & Remitter Licensing)
- Buy the surety bond. Confirm with Illinois Secretary of State, Vehicle Services Department (Dealer & Remitter Licensing)
- Apply to Illinois Secretary of State, Vehicle Services Department (Dealer & Remitter Licensing). Fees are set by the agency; check its current fee schedule.
Flipping without a license in Illinois
We could not find an official sales-count threshold for Illinois. Before selling more than your own personal vehicles, Confirm with Illinois Secretary of State, Vehicle Services Department (Dealer & Remitter Licensing).
Illinois data on CarFlipIQ
FAQ
Who issues dealer licenses in Illinois?
Illinois Secretary of State, Vehicle Services Department (Dealer & Remitter Licensing) licenses motor vehicle dealers in Illinois.
Price Illinois cars before you buy them
Check any vehicle against live Illinois listings, then decide what to bid.
Not legal advice. Requirements change; confirm with Illinois Secretary of State, Vehicle Services Department (Dealer & Remitter Licensing) before you apply. Last checked 2026-09-24.