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TLC eligibility requirements

Criteria for approval

 

Age: You must be at least 19 years old

Social Security Number: You must have a valid Social Security Number when you submit your application

Points on your license: No more than 6 points on your DMV license within a 15 month period back from your most recent violation date

Outstanding Tickets: No outstanding tickets, parking violations or fines

The requirements may vary from city to city.

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TLC license checklist

1. Submit the TLC application

Fill out the online TLC license application.

2. Upgrade your license

Upgrade your driver's license to Class E or CDL, and request a certified abstract if your license is from out of state.

3. TLC medical exam

Take a quick, non-intrusive medical exam with a licensed physician.

4. Defensive Driving course

The TLC requires applicants to complete a Defensive Driving course with a TLC-approved course provider.

5. 24-hour FHV course

The TLC requires applicants to complete a 24-hour For Hire Vehicle (FHV) course with an exam administered at the end.

6. Drug test

All applicants must complete a drug test at a TLC-approved location.

7. Fingerprinting

The TLC requires all applicants be fingerprinted.

8. Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) course

The TLC requires all applicants to complete a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) course.

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