PortMiami Business Permits
In order to conduct business at PortMiami in accordance with rules and requirements of the Port Tariff 
, the Port Director and the Miami-Dade County Code, companies are expected to comply with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
, the Port Director and the Miami-Dade County Code, companies are expected to comply with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.Companies must obtain a permit to perform stevedoring activities at PortMiami, valid from January 14 through January 13 of the following year. Individuals must be licensed to perform stevedoring activities within Miami-Dade County.
Ground transportation companies operating at PortMiami must hold an active business permit and enroll in the GTS Go-Pass program. Permits ensure compliance with Port regulations and companies may qualify for lower trip fees through the Account Replenishment System.
Ship agents conducting business at PortMiami must obtain a business permit and comply with all applicable regulations. Required documentation includes a permit application, proof of insurance and a payment guarantee of at least $20,000.
Cartage and trucking companies must obtain a business permit to operate at PortMiami in compliance with local and federal regulations. Companies may also enroll in the Pre-paid Scale Program to reduce cargo gate wait times.
Car rental non-concessionaire businesses must obtain a permit to operate at PortMiami in compliance with local regulations. Required documents include a permit application, proof of insurance, vehicle schedule, business license, and proof of operating authority.
All food truck companies operating at PortMiami are required to have an active business permit. A business permit allows the holder to conduct business at PortMiami in accordance with rules and requirements of the Port Tariff, the Port Director and the Miami-Dade County Code.
General Requirements
- Proof of Insurance
- All companies must provide a certificate of insurance, which names Miami-Dade County Risk Management & PortMiami as both certificate holder and additional insured as it pertains to company operations while in Miami-Dade County
- General liability or vehicle liability per occurrence of minimum $100,000/$300,000 total liability and $50,000 property damage
- Local Business license / Corporation's Articles of Incorporation
How to Apply
You can submit your application in person, by fax or via email.
Business Permits OfficePortMiami
1001 North America Way, Suite 115
Miami, FL 33132
Business Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Phone: 305-347-4927
Fax: 305-347-4820Email: [email protected]
Fees
- Initial Fee: $350 non-refundable processing fee and an applicable permit fee. See Fee Summary table below.
| Fee Summary | |
|
Description |
Amount |
| Car Rental Courtesy Shuttle Services | $420 |
| Cartage & Trucking Services | $420 |
| Charitable & Non-Profit Agencies | $0 |
| Crane Rentals & Heavy Equipment Hauling | $420 |
| Cruise & Cargo Shipping Lines | $0 |
| Distribution of Materials & Merchandise | $420 |
| Engineering, Inspection & Surveying Services | $420 |
| Environmental & Waste Management Services | $420 |
| Equipment Leasing, Maintenance & Repairs | $420 |
| Food Truck Operators | $2,500 |
| Fuel or Bunker Barges | $260,000 - Up to 6 Vessels |
| Ground Fueling Services | $420 |
| Maritime Consulting & General Services | $420 |
| Miscellaneous (Please Specify Operations) | $420 |
| Portable Telecommunications Antennas | $33,000 |
| Pre-Arranged Ground Transportation Services | $350 |
| Security, Services & Technology Services | $420 |
| Ship Agents | $2,100 |
| Ship Chandler & Supplier | $1,200 |
| Ship Maintenance & Repair Services | $420 |
| Sightseeing & Tour Services - With Kiosk | $420 |
| Stevedoring | $5,800 |
| Tenants | $420 |
| Towing & Vehicle Delivery Services | $150 |
| Tug Services | $16,500 per Tug |
| In addition to the fees above, the following fees apply | |
| Initial (non-refundable) Processing Fee (except Cruise / Shipping Lines and Tug Services) | $350 |
| Processing Fees, Tug Services (non-refundable) | $6,000 |
| Reinstatement Fee | $350 |
The Port Director shall determine the fees for all other activities not listed above.
Contact Us
For questions regarding PortMiami's business permits, contact:
Business Permits Office
PortMiami
1001 North America Way, Suite 115
Miami, FL 33132
Business Hours: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Phone Number: 305-347-4927
Email: [email protected]
Business Permits Office
PortMiami
1001 North America Way, Suite 115
Miami, FL 33132
Business Hours: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Phone Number: 305-347-4927
Email: [email protected]