DS-879

The NY DMV DS-879 form, titled the Article 19-A Carrier Application, is the primary document used by motor carriers to register with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles under Article 19-A regulations. Completion of this form is a mandatory step for entities that operate buses and employ drivers, as it initiates the assignment of a unique 19-A Business ID number necessary for legal operation. Beyond initial registration, the form serves as the enrollment mechanism for the 19-A online system, which allows carriers to manage their driver rosters, add or drop certified examiners in real time, receive automated notifications, and submit the required Annual Affidavit of Compliance (AFCO) electronically.

The application requires detailed organizational information, including legal and DBA names, federal employer and NYS DOT identification numbers, and physical and mailing addresses. Applicants must specify their carrier type—such as school, non-school, or a combination—and provide contact information for a designated 19-A online system liaison. By signing the DS-879, an authorized representative (such as a business owner, corporate officer, or school superintendent) certifies the accuracy of the data and agrees to comply with all Article 19-A provisions and electronic system terms of use. The completed form must be submitted to the DMV Bus Driver Unit via email or fax for processing.