Required State License(s):  

The Limousine Transportation Act requires that all motor vehicles (regardless of body style) having a seating capacity of 15 passengers or less, including the driver, transporting passengers in exchange for compensation, are required to be licensed with the Michigan Department of Transportation, Multi-Modal Transportation Services Bureau at (517) 241-0679 or (517) 241-0680. OR obtain printable/fillable license application forms and other information on-line at www.michigan.gov/mdotptd.

If the vehicle is used to carry packages (other than those belonging to passengers), contact the Public Service Commission, Motor Carrier Division; (517) 241-6030.  

When purchasing vehicles tax exempt a use tax should be charged for rentals. You may call the Michigan Department of Treasury at (517) 636-4730.  

Personalized sales tax returns and a payment schedule will be mailed within four to six weeks after the registration has been processed. If you have questions about this process, please call the Michigan Department of Treasury at (517) 636-4730.  

Other Possible License(s):

Part 209 of the Public Health Code applies to a limousine service licensed under the Limousine Transportation Act by the Michigan Department of Transportation that provides non-emergency stretcher transportation. Limousine services may not transport non-emergency patients without first obtaining a license as an ambulance service under Part 209 of the Public Health Code. Contact the Department of Community Health at (517) 241-3024.

Chauffeur's license and commercial plates may be obtained from the local Secretary of State's Office.

If the vehicle carries less than 16 passengers, contact the city clerk's office to determine if a local license is required.

Revised: 05/2005