MV-299.4 Form: Driving School Receipt and Contract Standards (PDF)

MV-299.4 Form – If you own or operate a licensed driving school in New York State or are a student enrolling in lessons, understanding the MV-299.4 form is essential for compliance and consumer protection. This official New York DMV document outlines mandatory standards for customer receipts and contracts under Commissioner’s Regulations Part 76.8.

The MV-299.4 (revised 10/15) remains the current required form as of 2026, with no updates noted on the official DMV site. It ensures transparency, proper record-keeping, and clear refund policies for all prepaid driving lessons and services.

What Is the MV-299.4 Form?

The MV-299.4: Receipts and Contracts is a 3-page PDF published by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Bureau of Driver Training Programs. It provides:

  • Exact instructions for printing and using pre-numbered receipts
  • A fill-in sample receipt format
  • Required content and formatting for written contracts
  • Mandatory refund disclosure language

All DMV-licensed commercial driving schools must follow these standards when issuing receipts or contracts to students. Failure to comply can result in violations of New York Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 394 and Part 76 regulations.

Direct download: https://dmv.ny.gov/forms/mv2994.pdf

Why Driving Schools Must Use MV-299.4 Standards?

New York requires every licensed driving school to maintain accurate, sequential records of all payments. The MV-299.4 form enforces these rules to protect students from hidden fees, unclear terms, or unfair refund practices.

Key reasons schools must comply:

  • Receipts and contracts must be pre-numbered in sequence
  • Duplicate copies must be kept on file
  • Specific information (student name, services, amounts, signatures) is mandatory
  • A standardized refund statement must appear on every receipt and contract

These rules apply whether the school uses a full written contract or issues only receipts.

Receipt Requirements (Section 76.8(a)(3) and (d))

Every time a student pays money, the school must issue a receipt that meets these strict standards:

  • School name, address, and receipt number must be preprinted (numbers in sequential order)
  • Original goes to the student; duplicate retained by the school
  • Must include:
    • Student’s name
    • Date of payment
    • Amount paid
    • Service rendered (e.g., road lessons, road test, pre-licensing course)
    • Contract number (if applicable)
    • Duration of each lesson
    • Signature of an authorized school representative

Mandatory refund statement (verbatim on every receipt or contract):

“Except for contracts executed by schools licensed by the New York State Education Department… prepayment for lessons and other services shall be subject to refund as follows: if the student… withdraws… all payments made by the student… shall be refunded except: (i) an amount equal to the enrollment fee… not to exceed the sum of $10 or 10 percent… and (ii) the school’s per-lesson tuition charge…”

The DMV provides a ready-to-use fill-in receipt template on page 2 of the MV-299.4 form. Schools can print it from their office printer or a commercial print shop after adding their preprinted information.

Contract Requirements (Section 76.8(b), (c) & (d))

Driving schools may use a written contract instead of (or in addition to) receipts. The contract must follow the MV-299.4 sample and include:

  • Preprinted contract number in sequence
  • Full school name, address, and name of principal officer or proprietor
  • Number and duration of behind-the-wheel and classroom lessons
  • Statement about vehicle use for road tests
  • Payment terms and any enrollment fee
  • Clear spaces for student name, address, date, and signatures
  • The exact disclaimer: “This agreement constitutes the contract between the school and the student, and no verbal statements or promises will be recognized.”
  • The same mandatory refund statement shown above
  • Note: “Contract price does not include the fee for the prelicensing course” (if the school offers one)

If the student is under 18, a parent or guardian must sign.

How to Properly Use the MV-299.4 Form?

  1. Download the official PDF from the NY DMV website.
  2. Fill in your school’s name, address, and proprietor/officer details (required if incorporated).
  3. Print receipts with preprinted sequential numbers.
  4. Use the sample contract format exactly — do not create your own version.
  5. Keep duplicates in numeric order and link contract numbers to student records.
  6. Post your price list and driving school license visibly at the business location.

These steps are required for initial licensing (via MV-520) and ongoing compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where can I download the MV-299.4 PDF for free?
Directly from the official source: https://dmv.ny.gov/forms/mv2994.pdf

Do all New York driving schools have to use this exact format?
Yes — it is required for compliance with Part 76.8.

What refund rights do students have?
The MV-299.4 refund statement is mandatory. Students who give 24-hour notice are entitled to a full refund minus the allowed enrollment fee and lessons already taken.

Can schools create their own receipt or contract?
No. Contracts must use a commissioner-approved form, and receipts must follow the MV-299.4 guidelines.

Is the form still current in 2026?
Yes. The DMV continues to link and require MV-299.4 (10/15) with no revisions announced.

Protect Your Business and Your Students

Using the MV-299.4 form correctly helps New York driving schools avoid fines, maintain their license, and build trust with students. Students benefit from clear pricing, sequential records, and guaranteed refund protections.

Download your copy today and ensure your receipts and contracts meet current DMV standards:
https://dmv.ny.gov/forms/mv2994.pdf

For the most up-to-date rules, always check the official New York DMV website. Compliance with MV-299.4 is not optional — it’s the law for every licensed driving school in the state.

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