Consumer Services

For-Hire Limousine License

• What is this license used for?
• Why is this necessary?
• How long does it take to process the application?
• How much are the license fees?
• For how long is the license valid?
• What other permits are needed before I can start work?

What is this license used for?

In order to provide for-hire limousine services you must first obtain a for-hire limousine license. Limousine service is prearranged luxury transportation using luxury sedan vehicles, stretched vehicles and antique, ancient and collectible vehicles. Luxury sedan service is not an open entry category. If you wish to provide this type of service you can purchase a license from an existing license holder or you may contact the holders of the original luxury sedan licenses   who are authorized to lease their licenses. The Miami Dade County Code Chapter 31, Article VI prescribes that For-Hire Limousine Licenses are issued only to companies whose place of business is located in Miami-Dade County, Broward County or Palm Beach County, Florida.

Luxury Limousine Sedan Listing

Why is this necessary?

It is necessary to license and regulate for-hire transportation in Miami-Dade County to assure the passengers, as well as others utilizing the streets of Miami-Dade, that the vehicles are fit and their operators and chauffeurs are competent to provide such service.

How long does it take to process the application?

The application is reviewed for compliance with the regulations of the Miami-Dade County Code which requires, among other things, that the applicant passes a background check including scrutiny of his/her financial and criminal history. This process typically takes two to four weeks depending on how complete is the application is at time of submission.

How much are the license fees?

CSD Fee Schedule 
Cash will not be accepted. Fees can be paid by check, money order or cashiers check made payable to the "Board of County Commissioners". If renewing in person, the renewal fee can be paid by credit card (MasterCard or Visa).

For how long is the license valid?

Licenses are valid for one year. The For-Hire Limousine License cycle runs from May 1st to April 30th of the following year. License renewal forms are mailed to the operator a minimum of 60 days prior to the expiration of the licenses.

What other permits are needed before I can start work?

You will need an Occupational License issued by Miami-Dade County. Depending on where the company is located, you may also need a municipal license.  Furthermore, prior to beginning operations, vehicles must obtain valid inspection and operating permit decals issued by the CSD Vehicle Inspection Station. Drivers of these vehicles must each have a valid chauffeur registration.

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