OA152-I (09/25/2020)
Complete all fields in this section as described below:
BUSINESS NAME - enter the legal name used to register your
business.
FEDERAL TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER - enter the Internal
Revenue Service assigned number that identifies your business
entity.
TRADE NAME OR DOING BUSINESS AS - enter the name by
which people know your business. Only complete this field if this
name is different than your "Business Name".
BUSINESS STREET ADDRESS - enter the street number and name
of your business' physical location. This location must be where the
routine day to day operations of the business are conducted, owned
or leased by the applicant, satisfy all applicable local zoning
regulations, house all records, and be equipped with a working
telephone listed in the business name.
CITY - enter the city name of your business' physical location.
STATE - enter the state name of your business' physical location.
ZIP CODE - enter the postal zip code for your business' physical
location.
BUSINESS MAILING ADDRESS - enter the mailing address (street
number and name or P.O. Box) for your business. Only required if
different than business' physical location.
CITY - enter the city of the mailing address for your business.
SECTION 1 -- BUSINESS INFORMATION
STATE - enter the state of the mailing address for your business.
ZIP CODE - enter the postal zip code of the mailing address for your
business.
COUNTY NAME - if your business is located in Virginia, enter the
county name for the business' physical location (if applicable).
BUSINESS TELEPHONE NUMBER - the number at which your
business can be reached during business hours, this number must be
listed or advertised in the name of the business.
BUSINESS FAX NUMBER - enter fax number for the physical
location of your business.
PRIMARY CONTACT PERSON NAME - enter the name of the
person who will serve as the primary DMV contact for any questions
regarding your application or business.
PRIMARY CONTACT TELEPHONE - enter the best number to reach
the primary contact person listed for your business.
PRIMARY CONTACT FAX NUMBER - enter the best number to send
fax transmissions to the business' primary contact person.
PRIMARY CONTACT PERSON TITLE - enter the official business
title of the business' primary contact person.
PRIMARY CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS - enter the email address
for the business' primary contact person.
TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY
OPERATING AUTHORITY CERTIFICATE APPLICATION
(INSTRUCTIONS AND APPLICATION)
Purpose: Use this form to apply for authority to operate as a Transportation Network Company (TNC) within Virginia.
Instructions: To ensure accurate and timely processing of your application, read and follow all steps outlined in the instructions.
NOTE: The application process for operating authority involves multiple steps, including the submission of various pieces of information, and
requires the applicant's continuing involvement and cooperation with DMV staff. It is critical that all required information is current and
that it is submitted timely. If after 90 days you have failed to respond to a request for information, DMV may cancel your application. If
your application has been canceled and you later decide to reapply for operating authority, you will need to begin the process as a new
applican
t.
Please be aware of the following prohibition. If you have been or are found guilty of performing, offering, advertising, providing, procuring,
or arranging by contract, agreement, or arrangement to transport passengers for compensation without the required license, permit, or
certificate through either a conviction resulting from a Virginia Uniform Summons or a civil penalty appropriately assessed by DMV, you will be
denied the license, permit, or certificate requested for a period of 12 months beginning from the date of the conviction or assessment of the civil
penalty.
Your application must include a surety bond or letter of credit in the amount of $25,000, which must remain in effect for the first three years of
licensure.
Filing fee options:
Option 1- Submit a filing fee of $100,000. This fee may be paid by check, E-Check, or ACH Credit. If your application is not approved,
$90,000 of the application fee will be refunded.
Option 2 – Pay a surcharge of $20 in addition to the driver transcript fee for each partner who holds a Virginia driver’s license. Normal
driver transcript fees apply depending on the service outlet used (transcripts are available by mail, electronically, and in person at DMV
Customer Service Centers and DMV Select offices). You must complete an Information Request (CRD 93) to obtain a Driver/TNC
transcript. A TNC may also choose the option to participate in other driver monitoring programs at its own discretion.
NOTE: The Code of Virginia requires a TNC to obtain a driver transcript for each partner prior to the individual acting as a TNC partner
and at least once annually thereafter. Driver transcripts for TNC purposes cannot be obtained until after you are granted the required
certificate of fitness.
Your original application should be mailed to the following address :
Department of Motor Vehicles
Motor Carrier Services
P. O. Box 27412
Richmond, Virginia 23269-0001
The Transportation Network Company Manual (DMV 277) is available at
www.dmvNOW.com. This manual is intended as a guide for
Transportation Network Companies interested in operating in Virginia or licensed to operate in Virginia. The manual covers licensing and
operational requirements, insurance requirements, notice requirements, record keeping obligations and other information important to
Transportation Network Companies and their driver partners.
FILING INSTRUCTIONS
