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You must have a Limousine endorsement to transport passengers on a prearranged, contract basis to a specific destination or for a particular itinerary, in any of the following types of vehicles:
Note: All limousines must be chauffeur-driven, unmetered, and unmarked luxury vehicles.
A fine or distinctive automobile that is 30 years old or older.
A four-door sedan with a seating capacity of no more than 3 passengers behind the driver, and a minimum wheelbase of 114.5 inches or meets the federal large car definition and has manufacturer’s suggested retail price greater than $35,000.
A sport utility vehicle with a seating capacity behind the driver of 3–6 passengers and a minimum wheelbase of 116 inches.
A van, minivan, or minibus having a seating capacity of 7–14 passengers behind the driver.
An automobile with a seating capacity of 4–14 passengers in the rear seating area and a maximum wheelbase of 285 inches.
A sport utility vehicle with a seating capacity behind the driver of 4–14 passengers and a maximum wheelbase of 325 inches that has been factory altered beyond the original manufacturer’s specifications.
A limousine carrier must keep on file and make available for inspection proof that each chauffeur:
When applying for a Limousine Carrier endorsement, make sure:
Note: More licensing information can be found in the Business Bulletin, Obtaining Your Limousine Carrier License and Vehicle Certificates.
To make any changes to a vehicle certificate, or replace a certificate or decal that was lost or destroyed, submit the request in writing along with a $20 fee per vehicle to:
Business Licensing Service
PO Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034
Your Unified Business Identifier (UBI) number must be included on any advertisement for your business.
Complete the For Hire/Limousine Name or Address Change form to report a change or address. When completed, email a copy of this form and any required documents to forhire@dol.wa.gov or fax to 360-570-4954.
State endorsement |
Fee |
---|---|
Limousine Carrier Chauffer Business |
$350 |
Vehicle Certificate and Decal |
$75 per vehicle |
Vehicle Inspection Report |
$25 per vehicle, per inspection |
State tax registration | $0 |
Registering your business name as a trade name | $5 |
Business License Application fee | Variable fee |
Add a state endorsement to your business
Apply for a new business license
Online assistance
Setting up your business licensing and tax account
How to add a state endorsement
Complete the licensing requirements above and mail to: