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Wheelchair Accessible (WAV) Taxi Service

DFHV is seeking information from the transportation industry regarding innovative models to operate Wheelchair Accessible (WAV) Taxi service. Deadline: 2/27/2026

Request for Information

Department of For-Hire Vehicles 2025 Annual Report

The annual report is a comprehensive overview of DFHV’s performance and achievements for the past year.

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WAV Securement

Learn about securing your passenger and their wheelchair. Watch the video.

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

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Transport DC

Transport DC is a premium alternative transportation service for WMATA Metro Access customers....

Online Business Portal

To establish portal access, please click here Please allow 24 hours for a client services...

Ticketing and Contesting Citation

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!

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.

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Jul 2 2025

Modified District Government Services for Independence Day

(Washington, DC) – On Friday, July 4, District Government will observe Independence Day...

May 23 2025

Modified District Government Services for Memorial Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, May 26, District Government will observe the Memorial Day...

Feb 14 2025

Modified District Government Services for Presidents Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, February 17, District Government will observe the...

Nov 26 2024

Modified District Government Services for Thanksgiving

(Washington, DC) – On Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29, the District...

Nov 7 2024

Modified District Government Services for Veterans Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, November 11, the District Government will observe Veterans Day...

Feb 18 2026

January 2026 Update

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Dec 23 2025

December 2025 Update

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Nov 24 2025

November 2025 Update

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Oct 21 2025

October 2025 Update

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Oct 21 2025

October 2025 Update

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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

The Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV) is announcing the approval and immediate implementation...

Nov 2 2020

DDOT Bus Priority Program

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

Aug 7 2020

2020 Open Season to Choose DTS/OPT Provider

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

Jun 24 2020

For-Hire Driver Notification - DMV

For-Hire Driver Messaging Re: DMV For-hire drivers should note that the Department of Motor...

Department of For-Hire Vehicles

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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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