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DC Microtransit

DC Microtransit is an exciting new ride service available in parts of NW and NE DC. You can travel anywhere within the service zone for free through September 30, 2019.

Lost and Found

Call (855) 484-4966 – 24 hours a day/7 days a week and press 3 to inquire about items lost in a DC taxi. When leaving a message please provide contact information in the US.

Complaints

Call (855) 484-4966 and press 4 to record your compliment or complaint 24 hours day/7 days a week.

Taxi and Limousine Stand Locations

View the interactive map of taxi and limousine stand locations throughout the District.

DC Municipal Regulations Title 31

The mission of the Department of For-Hire Vehicles is to protect public interest by regulating the vehicle-for-hire industry to allow the citizens and visitors of the District of Columbia to have safe, affordable, and accessible transportation options.

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DFHV Is Hiring

The Department of For-Hire Vehicles currently has job opportunities available. Apply now for a career in the District government.

Learn About Taxi-to-Rail (T2R)

Live, work and play East of the River with Taxi-to-Rail (T2R). Call (202) 727-3T2R to get your ride.

Featured Services

Client and Customer Services

View information on DFHV services.

Online Business Portal

The Online Business Portal allows drivers to login to view their applications, licenses, vehicles...

For-Hire Industry Mediation

The program consists of an informal and voluntary but confidential meeting for the purpose of...

Transport DC

Transport DC provides an alternative transportation service for MetroAccess customers.

Enforcement

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

Office of Hearings and Conflict Resolution

OHCR is the administrative court of the agency created to manage complaints and conflicts.

DC Glovebox

Check out the DC Glovebox to find out just about anything related to the for-hire ride industry. Among the features are the Director's blog, the Weekly Dropoff podcast, news articles, updates re: trends, and pictures.

Office of Hearings and Conflict Resolution

The Office of Hearings and Conflict Resolution is tasked with serving as the DFHV Administrative Court to handle all forms of conflict resolution; including mediation and complaints against drivers and vehicle inspection officers. Contact the office at [email protected]

Client and Customer Services

All services offered by the Department of For-Hire Vehicles can be conveniently found at one place. The Client and Customer Services page is the one-stop spot for information related to drivers, companies.

Latest

May 24 2019

Modified Holiday Schedule for Select District Services

The District of Columbia Government offices will be closed on Memorial Day (Monday, May 27, 2019)....

Apr 3 2019

DFHV Honored with Smart 50 Award

(Denver, CO) – The Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV) and EastBanc Technologies have been...

Feb 15 2019

Mayor Bowser Announces Key Appointments

Mayor Muriel Bowser announced a series of appointments in her Administration.

Apr 11 2018

Mayor Bowser Joins Uber CEO to Discuss the Future of Mobility

At the event, Uber announced a first-of-its-kind partnership to share data with cities.

Mar 21 2018

Snow Emergency Fare Period Declared

The Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV) today announces the Snow Emergency Fare is in effect...

May 23 2019

May 2019 Update

View the May 2019 Newsletter

Apr 25 2019

April 2019 Update

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Mar 26 2019

March 2019 Update

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Feb 26 2019

February 2019 Update

View the February 2019 Newsletter

Jan 24 2019

January 2019 Update

View the January 2019 Newsletter

May 16 2019

Tele-Town Hall

Tele-Town Hall with Director David Do The Department of For-Hire Vehicles will conduct a Tele-Town...

Sep 15 2018

DC Launches Technology to Provide Real-Time Transportation Information

Today, the Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV) is making it easier for digital developers to...

Jul 1 2018

Vision Zero Education and Safety Program

MEDIA CONTACT: Neville Waters (202) 645-6020; [email protected] As a part of the Bowser...

May 8 2018

Driver Advisory - Vehicles On-Demand (VOD)

Be advised that as of Monday, April, 30, 2018, the Vehicles On-Demand (VOD) Pilot Program was...

Oct 11 2017

DFHV Director Ernest Chrappah Named International Regulator of the Year

The International Association of Transportation Regulators (IATR) named Ernest Chrappah, the...

Dec 3 2018

Job Announcement

The Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV) currently has the following job opportunities available...

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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.

Connect With Us
Client Services Suite 2001/Executive Offices Suite 3001
2235 Shannon Place SE, Washington, DC , 20020
Phone: (202) 645-7300
Fax: (202) 889-3604
TTY: 711