Taxi Driver Certificate Application or Renewal (Pedido ou renovação do certificado de motorista de táxi)
IMT form for applying for the issue or renewal of the Taxi Driver Certificate (CMT).
Official form: Modelo 8 do IMT · Instituto da Mobilidade e dos Transportes
What it is for
- Apply for the taxi driver certificate for the first time
- Renew a certificate that is about to expire
What it is
IMT Form 8 is used to apply for the issue or renewal of the Taxi Driver Certificate. It is filled in and signed by the driver, with the relevant supporting documents: a category B driving licence with Group 2, a criminal record certificate, and proof of training or exam. It can be submitted in person or by post, and an online application is also available. It is not the issued certificate, nor is it the form for TVDE drivers.
What you receive
You receive the official blank PDF form, with an explanation of what it is for. The Titus assistant answers your questions about filling it in. You can combine it with other documents in the same request, with a single payment. We do not ask for any password for forms.
The assistant explains; it does not fill in or submit anything on your behalf. Do not type passwords or third parties' data.
Things to note
You receive the blank PDF; the driver fills it in and signs it. Please confirm with the IMT the current version and the documents required. We do not submit the application and cannot guarantee the issue or renewal of the certificate.
Frequently asked questions
Which documents should I attach?
The relevant supporting documents, including a category B licence with Group 2, a criminal record certificate, and proof of training or exam.
Can I submit it by post?
Yes, the form can be submitted in person or sent by post; there is also an online option.
Related documents
IMT form for applying for the TVDE driver certificate, required for anyone who carries passengers on trips booked through an app.
Application for a Replacement IMT Document (Pedido de segunda via de documento do IMT)IMT form for requesting a replacement for a document that has been lost, stolen or destroyed.
Text reviewed in November 2026.