All 50 states. Licenses, permits, certifications, and requirements for mobile mechanics.
Important: Requirements change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your state and local authorities. This guide is for informational purposes — last updated February 2026.
Most states don't require a specific "mobile mechanic license." Instead, you'll typically need a combination of: a general business license, city/county permits, and potentially a motor vehicle repair registration. ASE certification is voluntary but highly recommended.
| State | State License Required? | Type | Est. Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | No | Business license only | $50-150 | County-level business license required |
| Alaska | No | Business license | $50 | State business license required |
| Arizona | No | Business license | $50-100 | City-level license varies. No state mechanic license. |
| Arkansas | No | Business license | $50 | County/city business license |
| California | Yes | MRVD License | $200-500 | Motor Vehicle Repair Dealer license required. BAR registration. |
| Colorado | No | Business license | $50 | Sales tax license if selling parts |
| Connecticut | Yes | Motor Vehicle Repair | $150-300 | DMV registration for repair facilities |
| Delaware | No | Business license | $75 | State business license required |
| Florida | Yes | MV Repair Registration | $100-200 | Motor Vehicle Repair registration with FDACS |
| Georgia | No | Business license | $50-200 | County/city occupational tax certificate |
| Hawaii | Yes | Motor Vehicle Repair | $100 | Motor Vehicle Repair Dealer license |
| Idaho | No | Business license | $50 | City business license only |
| Illinois | No | Business license | $50-150 | Check city requirements (Chicago has specific rules) |
| Indiana | No | Business license | $50 | County-level |
| Iowa | No | Business license | $50 | Sales tax permit if selling parts |
| Kansas | No | Business license | $50 | City business license |
| Kentucky | No | Business license | $50 | County occupational license |
| Louisiana | No | Business license | $50-100 | Parish business license |
| Maine | No | Business license | $50 | Municipal business license |
| Maryland | No | Business license | $50 | Trader's license from county |
| Massachusetts | No | Business license | $50-100 | Municipal business certificate |
| Michigan | Yes | MV Repair Facility | $100-250 | Repair facility registration with SOS |
| Minnesota | No | Business license | $50 | City license only |
| Mississippi | No | Business license | $50 | County business privilege license |
| Missouri | No | Business license | $50-100 | City/county level |
| Montana | No | Business license | $50 | County business license |
| Nebraska | No | Business license | $50 | City business license |
| Nevada | No | Business license | $100-200 | State business license required for all businesses |
| New Hampshire | No | Business license | $50 | Town business license |
| New Jersey | No | Business license | $50-100 | Municipal business registration |
| New Mexico | No | Business license | $50 | CRS ID number required |
| New York | Yes | MV Repair Registration | $150-300 | DMV Motor Vehicle Repair Shop registration |
| North Carolina | No | Business license | $50-100 | County/city privilege license |
| North Dakota | No | Business license | $50 | City business license |
| Ohio | No | Business license | $50 | Vendor's license for parts sales |
| Oklahoma | No | Business license | $50 | City/county level |
| Oregon | No | Business license | $50-100 | City business license, DEQ compliance |
| Pennsylvania | No | Business license | $50 | Home-based business license from municipality |
| Rhode Island | No | Business license | $50 | State sales tax permit |
| South Carolina | No | Business license | $50-100 | County/municipal business license |
| South Dakota | No | Business license | $50 | Municipal business license |
| Tennessee | No | Business license | $50 | County business tax license |
| Texas | No | Business license | $50-150 | City-level occupational permit. No state mechanic license. |
| Utah | No | Business license | $50 | City business license |
| Vermont | No | Business license | $50 | Town business registration |
| Virginia | No | Business license | $50-100 | County/city BPOL license |
| Washington | No | Business license | $50 | State UBI number + city license |
| West Virginia | No | Business license | $50 | Municipal business license |
| Wisconsin | No | Business license | $50 | Seller's permit for parts sales |
| Wyoming | No | Business license | $50 | City business license |
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification is voluntary but highly recommended. It demonstrates professionalism, builds customer trust, and can reduce insurance premiums. Key certifications for mobile mechanics:
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