Taxi and private hire licensing

Thinking of becoming a Taxi 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 Driver Licence (New applicant)

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

Book a taxi 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 - 2.44 Mb

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

Driver licence renewals

Renew a hackney carriage or private hire driver licence

Private hire operator licences

Apply for or renew a taxi operator licence

Taxi passengers

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

Licensing Public Register

Search for and comment on licensing applications online. Track the progress of an application and save searches

National register of taxi licence refusals and revocations

NR3 has been developed to improve public safety and confidence in hackney carriage and private hire vehicle (PHV) licensing.