TLC Driver License

• You cannot have more than five points on your state driver’s license within a 15-month period from your most recent violation date.
• You need a copy of your Chauffeur license or its equivalent. In New York State, this is a Class A, B, C or E. If your license is outside of New York State, please check with your state driver licensing agency.
• Applicants with an out-of-state license also need an original out of state driver record that is dated no more than 90 days from the date you will file your application.
• A valid Social Security number is also needed to apply, as well as an email address and a phone number. You will be notified by email or text if additional information is needed.

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• Have payment in the form of a credit card, debit card, or checking account to cover application fees. All fees must be paid online, and are non-refundable. The license fee is $252. You can pay with an e-check, which is free. Payment with credit or debit card will lead to a fee of 2.49% of the payment amount.
• Pay any parking, traffic, or TLC tickets you may have.

• If you work for the NYPD, you need a copy of a Letter of Approval from your Commanding Officer and an Off Duty Employment Form. The form must be signed and approved by your commanding officer and the department’s Employee Management Division.
• If you are active military or reserves, you need a copy of a certificate of current active military status and your military ID. You can request records from the Department of Defense.
• If you are a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, the TLC will need a copy of discharge papers or a certificate of release (Form DD214) and your Veteran ID. This may be requested from the U.S. National Archives.