Check TLC Vehicle License Status

Check TLC Vehicle License Status using Vehicle License Number or Vehicle Identification Number

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Enter DMW Vehicle Plate Number to check TLC License Status


Types of TLC Vehicle Licenses

TLC issues following type of vehicle license:-

  • Yellow Taxicabs: Yellow taxi cabs are yellow vehicles which can pick up passengers anywhere in New York City. Yellow cab vehicle owners must either own or lease a Yellow Taxicab Medallion. If you are interested in becoming a medallion owner visit the Medallion Owners and Agents.  If you would like to lease a medallion review the List of Medallion Agents (xls) to find a TLC-licensed agent.
  • For-Hire Vehicles (FHVs) : For-Hire Vehicles provide pre-arranged service anywhere in New York City and are dispatched by TLC-licensed FHV bases.
  • Green Cabs: Green cabs or Street-Hail Liveries (SHLs) are For-Hire Vehicles that are permitted to accept street-hails. In exchange, Street-Hail Liveries may not operate in the Hail Exclusionary Zone, south of West 110th St and East 96th St.
  • Commuter Vans: Commuter vans are vehicles that transport between 9 and 20 passengers in preapproved zones for a flat rate. Commuter vans are operated by Commuter Van Authorities.
  • Paratransit Vehicles License: Paratransit vehicles provide non-emergency transportation for passengers with disabilities.

TLC Licensed FHV Active Drivers Status

Check TLC License status of drivers who are in good standing and have an active license. Please use driver's license number or name to check TLC License status.

For Hire Vehicles (FHV) - Active Drivers


For Hire Vehicles (FHV) - Active Drivers


How to check if my tlc license is suspended?

Search for TLC driver license using driver’s name or license number. If the license is suspended, no results will appear.

TLC License Status

  • For Hire Vehicles (FHV) – Active Drivers: The status of For Hire Vehicles drivers can be checked using License No. or Last Name.
  • Medallion Drivers: The status of can be checked using License No.
  • Street Hail Livery (SHL) Drivers: The status of Street Hail Livery (SHL) Drivers can be checked using License No. The Street Hail Livery (SHL) list consist of drivers that are currently active, in good standing and authorized to operate Street Hail Livery (SHL) vehicles

How to get a TLC Driver License ?

The TLC driver license is required to drive for hire in New York City. Basic requirements to apply for a driver license are as under:

  • Minimum age: 19
  • Have a Valid DMV Chauffer’s license- Class A, B, C, or E
  • Must have a valid Social Security Number
  • No fines or fees owed to NYS DMV or TLC
  • No more than 5 points on the DMV license within a 15 month period back from your most recent violation date
  • To see the “fit to hold a license” requirements look at Fitness Rules Notice

TLC For Hire Vehicles (FHV) Check by Vehicle License Number

This page helps you in checking For Hire Vehicle from TLC database using Vehicle License Number.

Enter the Vehicle License Number to check detail of the vehicle.


Particular Detail
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Vehicle Identification Number
Certification Date
Expiration Date
License Type
Permit License Number
DMV License Plate Number
Wheelchair Accessible
Vehicle Year
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TLC For Hire Vehicles (FHV) Check by Vehicle Identification Number-VIN

Check TLC Vehicle License Status using Vehicle License Number or Vehicle Identification Number

Enter VIN to check TLC License Status


Enter DMW Vehicle Plate Number to check TLC License Status


TLC New Driver Application Status Check

Check TLC Driver License Application status from Taxi & Limousine Commission (TLC) database. Use Applicaion number to search the status.


In New York City, any driver picking up passengers for-hire must have a TLC Driver’s License issued by the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC).  You can submit application for TLC Driver’s License here