In order to sell vehicles, Colorado requires a vehicle salesperson license. This process is managed by the Department of Revenue's Auto Industry Division.

License Law Manual

Versing yourself on Colorado's Motor Vehicle Industry License Law Manual is highly recommended. This 28-page tome provides detailed information on Colorado's dealership/salesperson laws.

Requirements

• You must be employed by a Colorado dealership

• Complete and submit a Motor Vehicle Salesperson License Application

• Pass the Mastery Exam

• Complete the Exam Affidavit

• Submit a $5,000 Surety Bond

• Pay the $100 application fee

You can click here for detailed requirement information―the closest thing to a salesperson handbook.

Submit applications and fees to:

• Department of Revenue

• Auto Industry Division

• Denver, CO 80261-0061

Or, deliver in person to:

• Auto Industry Division

• 1881 Pierce Street

• Lakewood, CO 80214

Waiting Process

Upon receiving your application, Colorado's Dealer Board will immediately issue a temporary sales license while it reviews your information. This can take several weeks. If all of your information is deemed sufficient, your temporary license will upgrade to permanent.

If your application is denied, you'll be issued a Notice of Denial explaining that you must stop selling vehicles.

Fees

• Original License: $100

• Renewal: $55

• Additional License for Multiple Dealerships: $55

• Reissue Salesperson: $55

• Late Fee: $25

License Length

A salesperson license is valid for one year.

Renewal Process

Your license renewal form will be mailed to your dealership. It must be completed and mailed back, through your dealership, along with either a new bond or a continuation certificate and a $55 renewal fee.

Contact Information

For questions regarding salesperson licensing, you can call the Auto Industry Division at (303) 205-5604.

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