Operating guidelines
Effective March 15th, 2019:
- All pre-arranged limo passengers must be pre-arranged fares
- All limousines must be chauffeur-driven, unmetered, and unmarked luxury vehicles (RCW 46.04.274)
- Drivers must check in at the Ground Transportation Booth immediately upon arrival and prior to loading passengers on the third floor
- Drivers may not loiter, solicit, wait or park on airport drives, including inside the Terminal or Parking garage
- There are no staging facilities for Prearranged limos on Airport premises
- All companies and drivers must be in compliance at all times with the applicable State of Washington, King County, City of Seattle, City of Sea-Tac, and Federal laws and regulations
Policy Reminder: All prearranged operators who pick up on the 3rd floor must check in at the GT Booth – regardless of how the operator is dispatched.
Violation of the Operating Agreement or these operating instructions may, in addition to any other remedies provided within the Operating Agreement, result in monetary fines, suspension of the right to operate, and/or termination of the Operator, Driver, and/or vehicle.
Questions or concerns? Contact Ground Transportation at 206-787-5906.
Agreement and Permit
All operators starting a business at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport are required to have a current agreement on file. You must keep your information and permits up to date.
Out of State/Canadian Limousine Operators? Please call the Ground Transportation Office at (206) 787-5906 for further instruction and details.
ATTENTION: All current and new operators are required to complete and submit a new agreement with the Port of Seattle. Please complete and email completed forms to [email protected] or [email protected], you may also drop it off at the Ground Transportation Booth.
- Pre-Arranged Limousine operating packet (PDF)
- Pre-Arranged permit required documents (PDF)
- 2023 Trip/Permit Fees (PDF)
Permit Selling Hours
Effective Saturday, November 6, 2021 permits can now be issued everyday from 8:00am to 9:00pm. VISA, MC, AMEX accepted. No cash, checks, or money orders will be honored
Operating area
Permitted Pre-Arranged limousines are allowed to pick up on the Arrival Drive (Lower Drive).
Drop-offs must be done on the Departure drive (Upper Drive). Please note you must use the Load and Unload Lanes or Bus Zones. Do not drop off at Thru Lanes or other marked off areas.
For meet and greet service, drivers must park in designated limo stalls on the 3rd floor of the parking garage. Driver passes are required for all Pre-Arranged Limousines. Please print your pass in advance and display on the vehicle dash.
Call the Ground Transportation office at 206-787-5906 if you need a time extension or if your vehicle exceeds the garage height limits.
FAQs
I want to switch my vehicle; do I have to purchase a new permit?
If you own both vehicles, you do not need to purchase a new permit to switch. Please make sure you keep the permit and have updated paperwork for your new car present at the booth.
I just got my windshield replaced, How do I get a new permit?
Please bring all the original paperwork and the voided permit to receive a replacement sticker. You will not be charged if you have all your paperwork.
Arrivals is busy, can I use the Departure drive to pick up my guest?
No. If you pick up on Departure drive, you will be ticketed for “loading in the wrong drive.”
I am going on vacation soon, can my driver come into purchase a permit for me?
The owner and driver need to come to the Ground Transportation booth to complete a Signature Capture/Authorized Signer Form. This will allow the driver to purchase permits on behalf of the owner. Don't forget to bring identification!
Do you prorate the cost of permits?
Permits are issued based off your DOL expiration date. We do not prorate.
Can I park in the parcel stalls?
We only accommodate parking in unauthorized areas when the limousine stalls are full. If you must park in a parcel stall, please inform the Ground Transportation staff.
Helpful links
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Information about starting a Limousine Business |
For Hire License and Permit Information |
Chauffeur Credentials |
Chauffeur Credentials |
Silver Cloud/Magnolia Chauffeur Academy Chauffeur Credentials |
