A taxicab stand (also called taxi rank, cab stand, taxi stand, cab rank, or hack stand) is a queue area on a street or on private property where taxicabs line up to wait for passengers.

Taxis typically wait for customers at designated areas known as taxi stands, taxi ranks, or cabstands. These are most commonly found at high-traffic hubs where there is a consistent flow of travelers, such as airport arrivals terminals, major hotel driveways, railway stations, and bus depots. In large cities like London, New York, or Tokyo, you will also find them outside major shopping centers, theaters, and prominent street intersections. These stands operate on a "first-come, first-served" basis; the taxi at the front of the line takes the first passenger, and the others move forward as the queue progresses. In 2026, while ride-sharing apps have changed the landscape, official taxi ranks remain the only place where you can legally "hail" a cab without a pre-booking in many jurisdictions. If you are at an airport, follow the overhead "Ground Transportation" or "Taxi" signs, which will lead you directly to a staffed queue where a dispatcher may assist in assigning you a vehicle based on your party size or luggage needs.