Application Requirements for Vehicle Remanufacturer License
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Vehicle Remanufacturer Handbook (PDF)
Remanufacturer License Forms and Fees
- OL 12, Application for Original Occupational License, Part C
- OL 21A, Original Application for Occupational License, Part A
- OL 25A, Surety Bond of Vehicle Remanufacturer ($50,000)
- OL 29, Application for Occupational License Personal History Questionnaire, Part B (Required for each person listed under ownership on form OL 12.)
- ADM 1316, Fingerprint Card (out-of-state applicants only) Fingerprint cards may be obtained by calling Occupational Licensing at (916)229-3126 or your local Inspector.
- ADM 9050, Appointment of Director as Agent for Service of Process
- DMV 8016, Request for Live Scan Clearance (receipt) (More Information about Live Scan) (Required for each person completing form OL 29.)
Additional Items
The following items are also needed as part of the application package:
- Brochure or drawing of the manufactured product (include name).
- List of enfranchised dealers.
- 17 digit VIN number or VIN sample configuration from the Society of Automotive Engineers. A copy of the assignment of ID and testing approval or waiver from the National Highway Transportation Association. This may also be required for auto/commercial and motorcycle classes.
- Listing of the major components that are used or rebuilt.
- Photograph(s) of business location, refer to Photograph Procedures.
- If your firm is incorporated in a state other than California, provide:
- Articles of incorporation.
- Certification from incorporating state's Secretary of State the corporation is in good standing.
Remanufacturer Original License Fees
- $100 Non-refundable application fee
- $1 Family Support Program fee
- $50 For each branch location (if applicable)
- $70 For each auto plate and $72 for each motorcycle plate (plus county fees, if applicable).
The Family Support Program fee is paid on original, renewal, and reinstatement applications.
Remanufacturer License Renewal Form and Fees
Form
Fees
- $1 Family Support Program fee
- $85 Renewal application fee
- $69 For each auto plate and $71 for each motorcyle plate (plus county fees, if applicable)
- $50 Renewal of branch location (each location)
The Family Support Program fee is paid on original, renewal, and reinstatement applications.
Remanufacturer License Modification Form and Fees
Forms
- Ownership changes
- OL 21 Application for Modification to Occupational License
- OL 22 Application for Additional Special Plates, Replacement Special Plates, Sticker Only, and Duplicate Registration Card.
- OL 247 Lost, Stolen or Surrendered Plates
- DMV 8016 Live Scan Fingerprint Clearance receipt (required for officer change)
Fees
- $50 Name change
- $50 Address change
- $50 Add a branch
- $70 Officer Change
Remanufacturer Licensing Authority
California Vehicle Code. Sections 29, 320 (a), 507.5, 507.8, and 11700 et seq. The California Vehicle Code is available for purchase from the Department of Motor Vehicles.
California Code of Regulations. Title 13, Chapter 1.
Government Code. Section 6157 (a) - (d).
Application Questions and Submission Information
Please refer to the Vehicle Remanufacturer Handbook
