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EMPOWER is not registered with DFHV and is not authorized to operate as a ride share provider in the District. Therefore, driving for EMPOWER will subject drivers to DFHV enforcement including vehicle impoundment. Also, DFHV discourages the public from accepting rides on the EMPOWER APP as there could be seriously negative consequences for the passengers.

Empower Notice

EMPOWER is not registered with DFHV and is not authorized to operate as a rideshare provider in the District. Learn more about authorized providers on the Digital Dispatch and Phone page.

Free, accessible rides for DC's veterans.

VetsRide

Service for VetsRide will continue uninterrupted after January 1st. The program will use new vendors, however clients will have service as usual.

DC Neighborhood Connect is expanding!

DC Neighborhood Connect is an on-demand shared-ride shuttle service that operates in parts of wards 1, 4, and 5. Learn more about the program, the new services areas and changes coming on March 28, 2022.

Access New Online Services!

Click here to submit an online portal request to access DFHV services like Face-ID renewal, One-Stop Registration, and other services online.

Grant Funding Opportunities

Click here for current grant funding opportunities.

DC School Connect

DC School Connect provides transportation to a select number of District Public and Charter Schools in Safe Passage Zones in Wards 7 and 8. Please contact your school for more information on enrolling in the program.

Featured Services

Client and Customer Services

View information on DFHV services including licensing, Non-District Limousine, company operating...

Transport DC

Transport DC provides an alternative transportation service for MetroAccess customers.

Online Business Portal

Department of For-Hire Vehicles has launched the Online Business Portal to allow Operators,...

Driver Resources

DFHV is taking steps during the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency to support for-hire...

Office of Hearings and Conflict Resolution

OHCR manages complaints and for-hire driver appeals. Submit forms here.

Enforcement

DFHV Enforcement staff is responsible for ensuring compliance with Title 31 regulations.

License Renewal Quick Guide

Do you need to renew your license? Here’s what you need!

Driver Resources

DFHV is taking steps during the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency to support for-hire drivers, vehicle owners and businesses. DFHV has made a limited number of safety partitions available to the taxicab industry for owners operating during the medical emergency.

External Dashboard and Data Sets

The Department of For-Hire Vehicles has introduced an External Dashboard and Statistical Data Sets pertaining to the vehicle-for-hire industry. The dashboard is intended to generate policy discussions while supporting transparency and accountability. Review the information and share your comments.

Latest

Aug 4 2023

2023 Open Season to Choose a DTS Provider

DFHV announces the beginning of Open Season for drivers to select or renew their Digital Taxicab...

Mar 30 2023

Mayor Bowser Announces Key Appointments  

Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced transitions of executive leadership in the Cabinet and...

Aug 5 2022

2022 Open Season to Choose a DTS/OPT Provider

DFHV announces the beginning of Open Season for drivers to select or renew their Digital Taxicab...

May 11 2022

Mayor Bowser Announces Expansion of Neighborhood Connect Service in Northwest and Northeast

The service allows riders to get picked up and dropped off close to their destination.

Mar 16 2022

DFHV Sets New $1 Taxi Surcharge to Off-set High Gas Prices

The Department of For Hire Vehicles (DFHV) is adding a $1 surcharge to taxi fares starting March 16...

Jul 25 2023

July 2023 Update

View the July 25, 2023 Newsletter

Jun 29 2023

June 2023 Update

View the June 29, 2023 Newsletter

May 30 2023

May 2023 Update

View the May 30, 2023 Newsletter

Apr 27 2023

April 2023 Update

View the April 27, 2023 Newsletter

Mar 8 2023

February/March Update

View the March 8, 2023 Newsletter

Apr 21 2022

Masks Required

The Department of For Hire Vehicles (DFHV) reminds passengers and drivers that masks are still...

Dec 21 2020

Extension of Vehicle Retirement Age Limit

DFHV announces the approval and immediate implementation of a new rulemaking regarding taxicab...

Nov 2 2020

DDOT Bus Priority Program

Important Information to For-Hire Operators: Proper Use of Car Free Lanes

Aug 7 2020

2020 Open Season to Choose DTS/OPT Provider

DFHV Open Season to Choose DTS & OPT Provider DFHV announces the beginning of Open Season for...

Jun 24 2020

For-Hire Driver Notification - DMV

For-Hire Driver Messaging Re: DMV

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Department of For-Hire Vehicles

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, except District holidays. Applications accepted until 3:30 pm.

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Client Services Suite 2001/Executive Offices Suite 3001
2235 Shannon Place SE, Washington, DC , 20020
Phone: (202) 645-7300
Fax: (202) 889-3604
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