Application | Compliance | End-to-End Support
If you buy, sell, or trade motor vehicles as a business in Australia, you are legally required to hold a Motor Car Trader Licence (LMCT). Operating without the correct licence can result in heavy fines, business closure, and criminal penalties.
At DIA Taxation, we assist clients with LMCT licence applications, supporting documentation, compliance requirements, and ongoing business setup — making the process smooth, accurate, and regulator-ready.
An LMCT (Licensed Motor Car Trader) Licence allows you to legally operate a business that:
Buys and sells motor vehicles
Trades vehicles for profit
Acts as a dealer, wholesaler, or broker
Sells vehicles on consignment
LMCT licences are issued and regulated at a state level (e.g. Consumer Affairs / Transport authorities), with strict eligibility and compliance checks.
You generally need an LMCT licence if you:
Sell more than a limited number of vehicles per year
Buy vehicles with the intention of resale
Operate a car yard, showroom, or online vehicle trading business
Trade vehicles under a company, trust, or partnership
Act as an intermediary between buyers and sellers
📌 Even online and home-based vehicle traders often require an LMCT licence.
At DIA Taxation, we provide end-to-end LMCT licence support, including:
Eligibility assessment
Guidance on licence type and structure
Application preparation and submission
Liaison with the relevant authority
Most LMCT applications require a compliant business structure. We assist with:
Company, trust, or partnership setup
ABN registration
GST registration
Business name registration (if required)
Licensing authorities often require evidence of:
Financial viability
Tax compliance
Business capability
We assist with preparing:
Accountant confirmation letters
BAS and GST compliance summaries
PAYG and superannuation compliance support
Depending on the state, we also guide you through:
Police checks
Business premises requirements
Display yard and signage rules
Record-keeping obligations
Fit and proper person declarations
LMCT requirements vary by state, including:
Victoria (VIC) – Motor Car Trader Licence
New South Wales (NSW) – Motor Dealer Licence
Queensland (QLD) – Motor Dealer Licence
Other states – Similar licensing under transport or consumer authorities
📌 We help you understand and comply with state-specific rules, even if you trade across multiple jurisdictions.
Applying under the wrong business structure
Incomplete or incorrect documentation
Failing financial or compliance checks
Operating before licence approval
Ongoing compliance breaches after approval
Our proactive approach helps reduce delays and improve approval outcomes.
✔ Registered Australian Tax Agents
✔ Experience with LMCT and regulated licences
✔ Business, tax, and compliance support under one roof
✔ Transparent pricing
✔ Ongoing advisory services
We don’t just help you apply — we help you set up a compliant and sustainable motor trading business.
We also assist with:
BAS & GST compliance
PAYG withholding and payroll
Company tax returns
Trust and company structuring
Ongoing accounting and advisory services
Avoid costly mistakes and delays.
Let DIA Taxation manage your LMCT Licence application and business compliance with confidence.
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