How to Become a Licensed Salesperson in Virginia
With over 18,000 salesperson, they are the driving force behind auto sales in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Becoming a Licensed Salesperson in Virginia.
Obtaining a license to sell motor vehicles in Virginia requires that you:
- Are a current W-2 employee of a dealership
- Pass the salesperson qualification examination
- Submit the necessary forms, filled out and signed.
- Pay all necessary fees
- Receive approval from the MVDB
Because a salesperson license is always tied to a dealership, you’ll need to work with the dealership on this process.
Remember: To sell motor vehicles on behalf of a dealership in Virginia, you must complete the following steps and receive approval from the MVDB
Step One: Qualifying for a Salesperson License
Complete the MVDB-57 and bring it to any DMV Customer Service Center along with the examination fee. After completing the exam, you will receive a receipt indicating whether you passed or failed. If you pass, the receipt should remind you that passing qualifies you to apply for a salesperson license, but is not a license itself. It should also direct you to apply for a license under the dealership you work for. If you fail, you may retake the exam as many times as needed, but you must pay the exam fee for each attempt.
The MVDB-35 and practice Salesperson test is provided to help you prepare for the exam.
Step Two: Applying for a Salesperson License
Congratulations on passing the qualification exam! The next step is to fill out the MVDB-61 completely and send it to the MVDB with the required fee*. Before submitting the form, confirm that the dealership you plan to work for has conducted a criminal background check using one of our approved providers.
If you answered YES to any questions in section 3, you must include the following with your application:
- A copy of the conviction record(s)
- The probation officer’s name (if applicable)
- Court dates and jurisdictions
If you fail to disclose required information or make any attempt to conceal it, your application may be delayed, denied, or result in further action
For more information about the MVDB’s criminal history guidelines, click here.
*The fee depends on the dealership’s renewal period: $50 for one year or $100 for two years.
Step Three: Application Review
The MVDB will review and verify your application. If approved, your salesperson license will be mailed directly to the dealership where you’re employed, usually within seven business days of the MVDB’s receipt. You may NOT act as or sell motor vehicles as a salesperson until the Salesperson’s License is in your possession.