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Are You Qualified?

  • Minimum age: 19
  • Have a Valid DMV Chauffer's license- Commercial Classes (A, B, C) or For-hire Class (E)
  • You must have a valid Social Security Number
  • No fines or fees owed to NYS DMV or TLC
  • No more than 5 points on your DMV license within a 15 month period back from your most recent conviction date
  • To see the "fit to hold a license" requirements look at Fitness Rules Notice.

Out-of-State Applicants / Licensees

NEW MANDATORY REQUIREMENT Out-of-State Driver License Applicants/Licensees (New, Renewals, and Replacements)

Effective Date: October 1, 2025

Starting on October 1, 2025, all out-of-state Applicants/Licensees—whether applying for a new, renewal, or replacement TLC Driver's License—must complete a new step to allow the TLC to obtain the necessary Client ID number for their application.

The Applicant/Licensee must follow these steps to meet this new requirement:

Step 1: Get the Required Form 

  • The Applicant/Licensee must download the ID-5 form, which is available here ID-5 Form, and bring it with them to the DMV office. The applicant/Licensee does not fill out the form.

Step 2: Visit a New York State DMV Office 

  • Take the ID-5 form to any New York State DMV office. No appointment is necessary.
  • The Applicant/Licensee must present their original identity documents (proofs of name, date of birth, and signature) to the staff for verification.
  • The DMV staff will complete the ID-5 form and take the Applicant's photo.
  • There is no charge for having your picture taken at the DMV.
  • This action allows the DMV to generate or validate the Client ID number that TLC requires.

Step 3: Get the Receipt (FS-6T) 

  • After the DMV process is complete, the Applicant/Licensee will be given a receipt called an FS-6T.
  • It is essential to keep this receipt.

Step 4: Upload to TLCUP 

  • The Applicant/Licensee must log into their TLCUP account and upload the FS-6T receipt.
  • This receipt confirms that the step to obtaining the Client ID number has been completed, and it is required to proceed with your TLC Driver’s License application.

 Step 5: (For Replacement Requests Only) Email the Receipt

Reminder: Applications submitted on or after October 1, 2025, will not be processed until the FS-6T receipt has been successfully uploaded to TLCUP.

Documents Needed

Before starting your application make sure you have the following documents available:

For members of NYPD and active or veteran members of the armed forces only:

  • If you work for the NYPD, as an officer: A copy of the Letter of Approval from your Commanding Officer and an Off Duty Employment Form. The form must be signed and approved by your commanding officer and the Employee Management Division.
  • If you are in the Active Military or Reserves: A copy of a certificate of current active military status and your military ID. Request records from the Department of Defense.
  • If you are a Veteran of the US Armed Forces: A copy of discharge papers or a certificate of release (Form DD214) and your Veteran ID. Request records from the US National Archives.

How to Apply

  • Start a TLC application online by visiting LARS.
  • Take a Drug Test
    • Call LabCorp (800) 923-2624 to schedule an appointment. Results take approximately 3 days.
    • Or be seen on a walk in basis at one of the locations below.

QUEENS, NY

    • 3100 47th Avenue, Long Island City, 11101 / Corner of 47th Avenue & 31st street - TLC Building

                  Monday – Friday 8:00am – 3:25pm

BROOKLYN, NY

    • 8925 Avenue D, 11236 / Canarsie Plaza

                  Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 2:00pm

    • 1723 East 12th Street, 11229 / Between Kings Highway & Avenue R

                  Monday – Friday: 8:00am- 2:00pm

    • 3768 Nostrand Avenue, 11235 / Between Avenues X & Y

                  Monday – Friday: 7:00am- 2:00pm

Manhattan

    • 1317 3rd Avenue, 3rd Floor, 10021

                  Monday – Friday: 8:30am- 2:30pm / Saturday: 8:20am – 11:00am

Staten Island

    • 4434 Amboy Road, 2nd Floor, 10312 / Corner of Richmond Avenue

                  Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 2:00pm / Saturday: 8:30am – 11:00am

Long Island

    • Bellmore – 2154 Newbridge Road, Suite 2, 11710 (Nassau)

Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 2:00pm / Saturday: 8:30am – 10:30am

    • Port Jefferson - 11 Medical Drive, 11776, Davis Pro Building (Suffolk)

Monday – Friday 9:00am – 2:00pm / Saturday 8:30 – 10:30

NOTE: You must complete all these steps within 90 days from the date of your application, or your application will be denied.

Step by Step instructions after you’ve applied.

Now that you have submitted your application and payment through LARS, let us help you with the next steps.

Please remember that all fees paid for your license are non-refundable. This applies even if you do not complete the process or if it is determined that you are not eligible. In addition, please do not submit duplicate applications if you already have an application on file or if you are already licensed. Any duplicate applications will be voided, and you will lose the fees you paid.

From the date you submitted your application, you have 90 days to complete all remaining requirements, or your application will be denied.

Please also keep in mind that our licensing staff will only begin reviewing your application and documentation once every single requirement has been fully completed and submitted.

Please follow these steps within 30 days to expedite review and approval of your application:

  1. Make an appointment to get your fingerprints taken by visiting https://uenroll.identogo.com/workflows/15425Y.
  2. Complete an approved 6-hour New York State DMV defensive driving course.
  3. Have your medical exam completed and signed by a licensed physician using the TLC medical certification form.
  4. Complete your drug screening at a TLC-approved testing facility.
  5. Attend the 24-hour driver education course and pass the TLC driver exam.
  6. Complete the Passenger Assistance and Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) training: Take the required accessible vehicle training course.

If your DMV driver license is from outside New York State, please refer to the instructions on our website under "Out-of-State Applicants / Licensees" to make sure you complete the additional DMV requirements and obtain your driving record abstract.

Completing these remaining steps within 60 days of applying will ensure sufficient time for our team to review your file and reach out if any additional documentation is needed.

  1. Complete the sex trafficking awareness training: Review and complete the short online awareness training.
  2. Clear any outstanding tickets or fines: Ensure that all parking, camera, and traffic tickets are fully resolved.
  3. If applicable, obtain child support clearance: Provide a clearance letter from the Office of Child Support Services (OCSS / OCE) confirming that you do not owe any past-due child support.
  4. Upload your required documents: Submit your course certificates, medical form, and all other required paperwork (including child support clearance letter, if applicable) through TLCUP ( www.nyc.gov/tlcup ).

What to expect next:

Once you have completed all requirements, our team will review your application. If no further documentation is needed, your application will be approved, and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address you provided. A physical copy of your license will be mailed via the US Postal Service and should arrive within two weeks following your approval.

Education Course Requirements

TLC Driver License Applicants must complete the following Education Requirements within 90 days from the date of your application, or your application will be denied.

  1. New TLC Driver License 3-day Course
  2. Passenger Assistance and Wheelchair Accessible (WAV) Training
  3. TLC Driver License Exam
  4. Watch a Sex Trafficking Awareness Training Video (10 minutes)
  5. Defensive Driving (DDC) Requirement

Visit TLC Licensing Education to obtain additional information and how to register for the courses and the exam.

Costs

Fees

Service Type

Who you pay


$252 – For a three (3) Year License

TLC Application Processing Fee

*All TLC fees are non-refundable - no exceptions!


TLC LARS


$34


Drug Testing

LabCorp (800) 923-2624 

Drug Testing Requirements - TLC

$90.25

Fingerprint and Photo

IdentoGO

Use service code 15425Y

$245-$250

New TLC Driver License Course (3-days)

TLC Authorized School


$50-$125

Passenger Assistance & Wheelchair Accessible (WAV) Training


TLC Authorized School

$49 per Exam attempt

TLC Driver License Exam

PSI Testing Services

$25-$75

Defensive Driving Course (DDC)

NYS DMV Driving Course Providers

Licensing Guide on how to Apply in various languages

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