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-In recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day, all DC DMV locations will be closed on Saturday, October 12 and Monday, October 14. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, October 15. Many of DC DMV's services will remain available online or via the agency's mobile app.

 

-DC DMV will no longer prevent DC residents from applying for a new or renewed driver license because of failing to meet the requirements of the Clean Hands Law.

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How to Become a DC DMV Registered Dealer

Car dealerships operating in the District of Columbia must be registered in the District. A DC DMV dealership registration is separate from a DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DC DLCP) basic business license.

Please follow the four steps shown below to become a new DC DMV registered car dealer.

Step 1: Obtain the following documents

  • A Clean Hands Certificate issued by the DC Office of Tax and Revenue (DC OTR). You must have the original certificate; DC DMV will not accept a copy.
  • A Basic Business License issued by the DC DLCP. You must have the original license; DC DMV will not accept a copy.
  • A copy of your occupancy permit issued by the DC Department of Buildings (DC DOB) .
  • A copy of a federal tax identification form listing your company’s federal tax ID number.
  • A copy of the business owner’s driver license or non-driver identification.
  • Each salesperson’s valid DC DLCP salesperson license.
  • A copy of each salesperson’s valid driver license or non-driver identification.
  • Proof of insurance coverage (showing number of approved dealer tags).

Step 2: After obtaining the required documents in Step 1, please complete the online application and upload all required documents.

Step 3: After submitting the application online, please print it, have it notarized and retain it with your original documents.

Step 4: Once you have completed Steps 1–3, DC DMV will notify you via email of further instructions for next steps.

For questions, please contact DC DMV at [email protected].

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