How to Apply for a Vehicle Transporter License

Apply for your license and pay your fees online.

To apply for your license, submit the following:

• Application for Original Occupational License, Part C (OL 12).
• Original Application for Occupational License, Part A (OL 21A).
• Application for Occupational License Personal History Questionnaire (OL 29B) for each person listed under ownership on form OL 12.
• Live scan fingerprint and Request for Live Scan Service (DMV 8016) for each person completing form OL 29B.
• Fingerprint card (ADM 1316) (out-of-state applicants only). Fingerprint cards may be obtained by calling Occupational Licensing (OL) at (916) 229-3126.
• Photographs of the business location (refer to OL photography requirements).
• If filing as a corporation, limited liability company or limited liability partnership owned businesses only, submit a copy of the Statement of Information or Statement of Information LLC filed with the Secretary of State.

Other agencies may also require a:

• Motor carrier permit (MCP).
• Permit from the Department of Transportation (CALTRANS) to move over-wide objects.
• License from the Public Utilities Commission (state transporters).
• License from the United States (U.S.) Interstate Commerce Commission (interstate transporters).

After DMV processes your application, you’ll receive an email instructing you to schedule an inspection of your business location. Once you receive that email, you’ll need to create a DMV online account and select a time slot for an inspection. The email you receive will provide the information you need to get started.

You will also need to undergo a background investigation.

Fees

• $100 non-refundable application fee
• $1 family support program
• $50 for each branch location (if applicable)
• $92 for each auto plate (plus county fees, if applicable)

Application Checklist

Take a look at the Transporter Application Checklist (OL 201) to make sure you completed all the steps.

How to Renew a Vehicle Transporter License

Renew your license and pay your fees online.

To renew your license, complete a Renewal Application (OL 45). Mail your application and fees to the address on the form.

Fees

• $85 renewal application fee
• $1 family support program
• $50 renewal fee for each branch location (if applicable)
• $92 for each auto plate (plus county fees, if applicable)

How to Modify a Vehicle Transporter License

Modify your license and pay your fees online.

To modify an existing license, complete and submit the relevant form(s):

• Ownership changes
• All other changes

Submit your completed form and fees to your local inspections office.

Fees

• $50 name change fee
• $50 address change fee
• $50 add a branch fee
• $70 officer change fee