Taxicab and Limousine Business Licenses

Every taxi and limousine company operating in the City must obtain a Business License.

To obtain a taxicab and limousine license

  • Business License Application Forms. The application fee is $25.00 for each vehicle for hire. 
  • The application form must list each vehicle used in connection with the business.
  • Each vehicle listed on the application form shall be inspected by the Columbia Police Department. Inspections are held on Wednesdays at the Columbia Police Department, 600 E. Walnut, beginning at 10:00 AM on a first-come, first-served basis.  Results of the inspections are automatically sent to the Business License office to be added to the applicant’s application. 
  • A Certificate of Insurance must be included with the application that shows the liability coverage limits for each vehicle and include  the City of Columbia as the certificate holder.
  • Taxi businesses with more than one vehicle must be located in a commercially zoned location within the City of Columbia.
  • A distinctive paint scheme for taxis must be submitted with the application to be approved. 

Licenses shall be in effect from the date of issuance until June 30 of the following year.

Report Vehicle for Hire Complaint

Citizens may report concerns and/or complaints against a vehicle for hire driver or company using the following form.

All complaints received will be processed within thirty (30) business days.   This will allow staff the necessary time to review all documents submitted, as well as obtain any additional documentation necessary to determine whether a vehicle for hire driver or company was in violation of the City Code.  Please include any documentation you feel is relevant (e.g. pictures, receipts, etc.).   After a determination has been made, the person who has filed the complaint will be notified by email or mail at the address provided below.   

Submit completed forms:

By email: Business.license@CoMo.Gov

By fax: 573.874.7761

By mail:
Business License Division
Department of Finance
City of Columbia
P.O. Box 6015
Columbia, MO  65205.