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
950 North America Way, Building E, Suite 2 (Permit Offices)
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: $400 non-refundable processing fee and an applicable permit fee. See Fee Summary table below.
| Fee Summary | |
|
Description |
Amount |
| Car Rental Courtesy Shuttle Services | $500 |
| Cartage & Trucking Services | $5000 |
| Charitable & Non-Profit Agencies | $0 |
| Crane Rentals & Heavy Equipment Hauling | $750 |
| Cruise & Cargo Shipping Lines | $0 |
| Distribution of Materials & Merchandise | $500 |
| Engineering, Inspection & Surveying Services | $500 |
| Environmental & Waste Management Services | $500 |
| Equipment Leasing, Maintenance & Repairs | $420 |
| Food Truck Operators | $2,500 |
| Fuel or Bunker Barges | $260,000 - Up to 6 Vessels |
| Ground Fueling Services | $500 |
| Maritime Consulting & General Services | $500 |
| Miscellaneous (Please Specify Operations) | $500 |
| Portable Telecommunications Antennas | $33,000 |
| Pre-Arranged Ground Transportation Services | $350 |
| Security, Services & Technology Services | $500 |
| Ship Agents | $2,300 |
| Ship Chandler & Supplier | $1,400 |
| Ship Maintenance & Repair Services | $500 |
| Sightseeing & Tour Services - With Kiosk | $520 |
| Stevedoring | $6,000 |
| Tenants | $420 |
| Towing & Vehicle Delivery Services | $200 |
| 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) | $400 |
| Processing Fees, Tug Services (non-refundable) | $6,000 |
| First 10 Days Expired | $150 |
| 10+ Days Expired | $400 |
| 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
950 North America Way, Building E, Suite 2 (Permit Offices)
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
950 North America Way, Building E, Suite 2 (Permit Offices)
Miami, FL 33132
Business Hours: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Phone Number: 305-347-4927
Email: [email protected]