A great way to get into the transportation sector and build a successful professional business is to start your own taxi, TCP, or Black Car (Uber Black/Lyft Black) company. However, without the right direction, California’s permit and licensing procedure can be convoluted, annoying, and perplexing. We at Cali Permits, located in Fresno, CA 93722, USA, have the know-how to help people and companies get all the licenses and authorizations they need to run taxi services, TCP businesses, and luxury black car services.

You might want to start your own taxi business, drive for Uber Black or Lyft Black, or offer a private chauffeured service. From beginning to end, we are here to help you so you can focus on your business while we handle the paperwork.

A Permit / Tow Service (Black Car):

In California, you must obtain various permits and approvals to operate as a professional transportation provider depending on the type of service you provide (Black, TCP, taxi, etc.)

Black Car (Uber Black / Lyft Black):

When you operate in the Black Car world, you will provide luxury-style chauffeur rides with premium vehicles, such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Cadillac, Tesla, and Lincoln.

To provide this type of transportation service legally, you will need to obtain a TCP (Transportation Charter Party) Permit from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

TCP (Transportation Charter Party):

With a TCP permit, you will operate a private charter transportation business, including:

Limousines

Black Cars

Corporate Transportation

Airport Transfers

Event/Wedding Transportation

Private Chauffeurs

Taxi Permit:

With a Taxi Permit, you can operate a metered taxi in a city and/or county. Taxi service normally requires local city approval and meets state and insurance regulations.

Every permit / type of service has different legal requirements, and our team of experts at Cali Permits can help you determine what you will need to start your transportation company based on your business model.

Comprehensive Black Car / TCP / Taxi Permit Services:

Cali Permits provides a full suite of services needed to start your transportation company. From business formations, we will manage all facets of the process.