How to Get a Dealer License in Pennsylvania (2026)

In Pennsylvania, dealers are licensed by Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond). The bond is $20,000 (Dealer registration bond (PennDOT)). Every fact below links to the official page it came from.

Pennsylvania dealer license facts

Licensing agency	Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond)
License name	Dealer Licensesource
Sales that trigger a license	Confirm with Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond)
Surety bond	$20,000 (Dealer registration bond (PennDOT))source
Application / license fees	Dealer license application: $65source
Pre-licensing education	Confirm with Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond)
Place of business	Confirm with Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond)
Wholesale-only license	Confirm with Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond)
Last checked	2026-09-24

Steps to get licensed in Pennsylvania

Pick the license. Pennsylvania issues: Dealer License.
Set up the place of business. Confirm with Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond)
Buy the surety bond. Required amount: $20,000 (Dealer registration bond (PennDOT)).
Apply to Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond). Published fees: Dealer license application: $65.

Flipping without a license in Pennsylvania

We could not find an official sales-count threshold for Pennsylvania. Before selling more than your own personal vehicles, Confirm with Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond).

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FAQ

Who issues dealer licenses in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond) licenses motor vehicle dealers in Pennsylvania. License types include: Dealer License.

How much is the dealer bond in Pennsylvania?

The Pennsylvania dealer surety bond is $20,000 (Dealer registration bond (PennDOT)). You pay a surety company a yearly premium, not the full bond amount.

How much does a dealer license cost in Pennsylvania?

Published state fees: Dealer license application: $65. Add the bond premium, insurance, and the cost of your place of business.

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Not legal advice. Requirements change; confirm with Pennsylvania Department of State, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (licensing); PennDOT Bureau of Motor Vehicles (registration/bond) before you apply. Last checked 2026-09-24.