Pedicab Driver

License Description

Additional DCA License You May Need

• If you are a pedicab owner (you own, lease, or otherwise control a pedicab or pedicabs) and operate or authorize the operation of one or more pedicabs for hire to passengers within the City of New York, you must hold a Pedicab Business license.

Application Requirements

When You File Your DCA License Application:

• Basic Individual License Application
  Online submission: After reviewing the application requirements, please click the Apply Online link at the bottom of the Web page to submit your application.
  
  In-person submission: Download the Basic Individual License Application Form.

• Photo Identification (ID) of License Applicant
  Acceptable forms of ID include:
  • Driver’s license or a non-driver’s license identification issued by a State Department of Motor Vehicles
  • License or permit issued by a government agency
  • Passport
  • Alien card/green card
  • City, State, or Federal employee ID card

• Current color passport-size photograph of License Applicant
  License Applicants can be photographed in the DCA Licensing Center at no cost.
  
  Please note that you can upload an image file if you submit your license application online.

• Child Support Certification Form (download)

• Granting Authority to Act Affirmation (download)
  If this application will be filed by someone other than the license applicant, the license applicant must submit a Granting Authority to Act Affirmation. 

• Current Driver’s License
  You must hold a motor vehicle driver’s license that is valid under New York State law, and that proves you are at least 18 years old, as required by New York State law. Valid licenses include:
  • Licenses issued by New York State
  • Licenses issued by other U.S. states, U.S. territories, Federal districts, and other countries unless you are or become a resident of New York State
  
  Note: An international driving permit is not a driver’s license.
  
  For information on New York State requirements for a valid driver’s license, visit the Department of Motor Vehicles online at dmv.ny.gov
  
  Requirements for Holders of Non-New York State Driver’s Licenses:
  • If you become a resident of New York State, State law requires that you get a New York State driver’s license within 30 days of becoming a New York State resident.
  • If you are not a resident of New York State and possess a valid driver’s license from another state, territory, Federal district, or another country, you must submit to DCA with your application:
    • Certified Abstract of your driving record issued within the last 30 days from the State Department of Motor Vehicles, territory, district, country (or political subdivision) that issued your license that demonstrates the license is valid and in full force and effect OR
    • Other certified proof issued within the last 30 days from the territory, district, or country (or political subdivision) that issued your license that demonstrates that the license is valid and in full force and effect
    
    Note: You may be required periodically to submit abstracts or other proof to demonstrate that your license remains valid and in full force and effect.

• License Fee
  Must be paid by credit card, money order, or check. Cards accepted at the DCA Licensing Center include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover Card. Credit card payments are subject to a convenience fee. Checks or money orders must be payable to NYC Department of Consumer Affairs. The chart below lists the amount due depending upon when your license application is filed.
  
  Please note that a convenience fee applies if you submit your license application online. A major credit card is required to submit applications online.  

Application Filing Process

IN PERSON

ONLINE

1. Please review requirements for the license and gather all materials before clicking the button below.
2. If you haven’t registered an account with the City of New York, you will need to register an account before you can proceed to the online application.
3. After you submit the online application, follow the instructions on the confirmation page. DCA cannot process incomplete applications.
4. Important: If you need to file another license application, return to the DCA Business Toolbox to read requirements and proceed to the online application.

Additional Resources for Pedicab Driver

• Licensing Law/Rules Handout

• Inspection Checklist: Pedicab Businesses and Drivers

• Visit our Laws page

• Pedicab Accident Report
  You must submit a written Accident Report of every accident relating to a pedicab within 24 hours after the occurrence. If the accident results in death or a person sustaining an injury that requires medical treatment, you must notify the Department of Consumer Affairs immediately via phone, fax, and/or e-mail as provided on the Accident Report.