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Taxicab Driver - Las Vegas Area
License Description In the Clark County/Las Vegas area, taxi driver permits are issued by the Taxicab Authority. To apply for a permit, applicants must be referred by their employer. Applications must be completed in the Authority office and will not be allowed out. Requirements include: 1) Referral Sheet and Authorization of Information Sheet from a taxicab company; 2) Valid Nevada Driver's License (Class C); 3) Proof of 30 days residency and addresses for the last 3 years; 4) Last place of employment; 5) Listing of all prior convictions and pending court cases on the application form; 6) Ability to read, speak and understand English (electronic test given); 7) Physical by a medical doctor (DOT physical); 8) Completion of the Drivers Awareness Program (DAP); and 9) Fingerprints for a background check. Fees are subject to change. Fees are: application - $40; renewals, replacement or change of listed employer - $10; fingerprints - $51.25.
Licensing Agency
Department of Business & Industry
Taxicab Authority
2090 E. Flamingo Rd., Suite 200
Las Vegas, 89119
(702) 668 4000
Active Status Active
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Background check required
Education Specific course required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 01/14/2016
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