Special Licenses in Washington DC

School Bus Drivers

Those aspiring to drive a school bus must have a CDL along with a passenger and school bus endorsement.

Shuttle Bus Drivers

Shuttle buses not only come in a variety of styles and sizes, but are used in many different ways. Drivers may need to obtain a CDL, along with a passenger or other endorsements. Check with the potential employer to find out what is needed.

Taxi Driver

Those interested in driving a taxi in the district must have a "hack" license.

To obtain one, you must first have a valid driver's license, and at least 12 consecutive months of driving experience in the district area.

Then, complete a 60-hour training course. The course costs $375, and is available through the:

• University of District Columbia (UDC) Main Campus

• Building 52

• 4340 Connecticut Avenue N.W.

• Washington, D.C. 20008

Call the UDC at (202) 274-6675 to register, and to inquire about class times.

After completing the course, applicants must pass an oral and written test given by the D.C. Taxicab Commission at:

• Room 204

• 2041 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. S.E.

• Washington, D.C. 20020

The test fee is $60.

Applicants must also pass a fingerprint report, which costs $35.

The cost of the initial, one-year hack license is $85.

Additional information is available on the licensing process by calling (202) 645-6018, or visiting the hack licensing page of the D.C. Taxicab Commission.

Chauffeur

To obtain a chauffeur's license, an applicant must be a licensed driver in the greater D.C. area for at least one year.

Applicants have to provide their Social Security card, or some other acceptable form of identification, before they can pick up and complete an application form at:

• Room 204

• 2041 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. S.E.

• Washington, D.C. 20020

Also, before an application can be approved, applicants must pass a background check, produce a copy of their driving record, and submit three letters of reference.

The background check costs $35, while the chauffeur's license costs $46.

The application process will be delayed if any outstanding traffic tickets exist, or the application is incomplete.

For additional information on the licensing process, visit the chauffeur's license page of the D.C. Taxicab Commission, or call (202) 645-6018.

Sport Vehicles

You don't need a special license to drive an all-terrain vehicle or an off-road vehicle.

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