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Horse Drawn Cab Driver License Application Checklist

Who Must Have a Horse Drawn Cab Driver License?

You must have a Horse Drawn Cab Driver license to drive a horse drawn cab in New York City.

Note:

  • An applicant who has not been licensed previously will receive a probationary license upon application approval.
  • A probationary license holder may ride alongside a licensed driver at any time.
  • A probationary license is valid for six months from the date of issuance.

License Requirements

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The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) will deny your application if you fail to provide the required documents and information:

Basic License Application

Download Basic License Application
Enter the tow truck company address as the “Address Where You Operate Your Business.”

Apply Online! Review requirements and click the link at the bottom of the page to submit your application.

One Current Color Passport-size Photograph of License Applicant

Online: Applicants can upload an image file of digital passport photo quality.
A digital camera with a resolution of 1 mega-pixel is adequate.

Mail: Applicants can submit a current color passport-size photograph.

In Person By Appointment Only: See Questions section to contact DCWP.
DCWP will photograph license applicants at no cost.

Horse Drawn Cab Operator’s Course Completion Certificate

Submit a copy of the certificate from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene showing that you have successfully completed the Horse Drawn Cab Operator’s Course. To register for this course, go in person to the address below with two passport-size photos of yourself and a $25 money order for the course fee. Cash or checks are not accepted.

New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Veterinary Public Health Services
220 Church Street, 15th Floor
New York, NY 10013
Phone: 311

Certificate Recommending an Applicant for a Horse Drawn Cab Driver License

A New York City-licensed Horse Drawn Cab Driver must complete and sign the certificate which confirms your successful completion of an apprenticeship.
Download the Certificate Recommending an Applicant for a Horse Drawn Cab Driver License.

Proof of Age

Horse Drawn Cab Driver applicants must be at least 18 years old. Proof of age can include:

  • U.S.-issued driver’s license or non-driver’s license identification
  • License or permit issued by a government agency
  • Passport
  • Alien card/green card
  • City, State, or Federal employee ID card
  • Municipal ID card

Horse Drawn Cab Driver Character and Fitness Certification

Granting Authority to Act Affirmation

Required if someone other than the license applicant will prepare and submit this application. The applicant must sign the license application and all related forms. Download Granting Authority to Act Affirmation.

License Fee

License Period: 2 years

Expiration Date: May 31 in Even Years

If You File Your Application Between These Dates:

  • From June 1 in an even year to November 30 in an even year:
    • Pay $30 for a license expiring May 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 24 months.)
  • From December 1 in an even year to May 31 in an odd year:
    • Pay $23 for a license expiring May 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 18 months.)
  • From June 1 in an odd year to November 30 in an odd year:
    • Pay $15 for a license expiring May 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 12 months.)
  • From December 1 in an odd year to May 31 in an even year:
    • Option 1: Pay $8 for a license expiring May 31 of the same even year. (Valid for at most 6 months.)
    • Option 2: Pay $38 for a license expiring May 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 30 months.)

Pay by:

  • Credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card only) (Online or in person)
    You will be charged a nonrefundable 2% Convenience Fee.
  • eCheck (Online)
  • Check or money order payable to DCWP (In person or by mail)

Submit Your License Application to DCWP

You can submit your license application online or in person at the DCWP Licensing Center.

  • ONLINE OPTION: After reviewing requirements above, click the Apply Online button below to login or create an account to start your online license application.

Apply Online Button. You will be redirected to a new page


  • IN-PERSON OPTION: Email LicensingAppointments@dcwp.nyc.gov or call (212) 436-0441. (Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.) to schedule an appointment to file in person at the DCWP Licensing Center:

DCWP Licensing Center
42 Broadway, Lobby
New York, NY 10004
By Appointment Only Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Last appointment: 3:30 p.m.

Questions? We’re here to help!

Email: onlineappsdocs@dcwp.nyc.gov 

Phone: (212) 487-4060. (Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)

Free Interpretation Services are available on-site. To request a disability-related accommodation, visit our Accommodations page.

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