If you are over 21 years and have held a UK or European driving licence for 18 months you can apply for a taxi licence. The licensing team will arrange for a criminal record check and subject to the existence of any relevant criminal records either an annual or 3 year licence will be granted. All licences are conditioned with requirements regarding conduct and appearance.
Fees
| Service |
Fee |
| Licence renewal |
135 |
| 1 year's licence plus knowledge test |
79 |
| Licence for 3 years plus knowledge test |
156 |
| Fee for non attendance of a booked drivers interview without 24 hours notice |
25 |
| Criminal Record Bureau Check |
36 |
| The knowledge test (re-test) |
24 |
| Administration charge for recording changes |
16 |
Download an application form for a driver licence or licence renewal and read the conditions below.
Date Updated: 28/03/08
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Application for Taxi Driver Licence | Application form for hackney carriage or private hire drivers licence | 81KB
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Application Renewal for Taxi Driver Licence | Application form for renewal of hackney carriage or private hire drivers licence | 67KB
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Conditions of Taxi Driver Licence | Notes for applicants on conditions for hackney carriage and private hire drivers licence | 98KB
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