Taxi and private hire licensing

Thinking of becoming a Taxi/Private Hire Driver?

This section will guide you through all you need to know and do to become a taxi driver

Step by Step Guide to applying for a Taxi/Private Hire Driver Licence (New Applicant)

All the things you need to know and do to become a driver

Book a taxi driver/private hire driver knowledge test

If wish to become a taxi driver you must take a Taxi Driver Assessment, book yours online now.

Hackney carriage and private hire licensing policy - pdf - 1.26 Mb

Driver licence

New applications or renewal for dual or private hire driver licence

Hackney carriage vehicle licences

Apply, renew or transfer a licence for a hackney carriage, including fees

Private hire vehicle licences

Apply, renew or transfer a licence for a private hire taxi, including fees

Private hire operator licence

Apply for or renew a taxi operator licence

Taxi passengers

Different types of taxi and how to stay safe when using them

National Register of Taxi Licence Refusals, Revocations and Suspensions (NR3S)

NR3S has been developed to improve public safety and confidence in hackney carriage and private hire vehicle licensing.