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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.

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Learn About the Union Station Fast Pass Program

The Department of For-Hire Vehicles has launched a pilot program intended to increase the number of wheelchair accessible vehicles in service for residents and visitors in the District with the Union Station Fast Pass.

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) 727-3827 to get your ride.

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Transport DC

Transport DC provides an alternative transportation service for MetroAccess customers.

Fast Pass

DFHV announces the launch of the Union Station Fast Pass pilot program.

Client and Customer Services

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Enforcement

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

Office of Hearings and Conflict Resolution

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

Online Business Portal

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

Agency Operating Status

With Mayor Bowser adjusting the District of Columbia’s operating status in response to coronavirus (COVID-19), all non-essential agency events, gatherings and meetings are postponed through April 27. The District government will continue to deliver essential services. DFHV has suspended in-person visits. Please contact [email protected]. View closures by agency at coronavirus.dc.gov/what's open.

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Administrative Issuances

Administrative Issuances (AIs) interpret and provide guidance for compliance with certain DFHV regulations, where the agency finds that interpretation and guidance is helpful for stakeholders. Failure to comply with an AI may result in the denial of a license or in an enforcement action under 31 DCMR § 703.

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Mar 15 2020

During Modified DC Government Operations, Many Services Still Operating

Essential services and the majority of its systems and services are still operating.

Dec 20 2019

DC Mayor's Office for Veterans Affairs and Department of For-Hire Vehicles Launch New VetsRide Program

VetsRides is a citywide, on-demand shared ride program that provides veterans with access to free...

Dec 5 2019

Mayor Bowser Launches ‘Fast Pass’ Program to Encourage Expansion of Wheelchair Accessible Taxis

Top Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles Operators Can Get Priority Access at Union Station

Aug 8 2019

Mayor Bowser Expands Taxi-to-Rail Transportation Options for East of the River Neighborhoods

T2R provides passengers with a free taxicab ride of up to $10 to or from Metro stations.

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)....

Feb 25 2020

February 2020 Update

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Jan 23 2020

January 2020 Update

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Dec 19 2019

December 2019 Update

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Nov 21 2019

November 2019 Update

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Oct 24 2019

October 2019 Update

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Oct 28 2019

Union Station Fast Pass Program for Wheelchair Accessible Taxi Service

The Department of For- Hire Vehicles (DFHV) launched a pilot program intended to increase the...

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...

Mar 5 2020

Job Announcement

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

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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
TTY: 711