Changes to the DBS application process for taxi and private hire licences
From April 2022 taxi and private hire applicants will be required to obtain their DBS before submitting an application
Make an application or renew a hackney carriage or private hire driver licence
Make an application for or renew a hackney carriage or private hire vehicle licence
Make an application for or renew a private hire operator licence
From April 2022 taxi and private hire applicants will be required to obtain their DBS before submitting an application
If you're applying for a taxi or private hire licence, you will need to complete a tax check before applying from 4 April 2022.
From Wednesday 6 April 2022, there will be changes to how licence holders prove their right to work in the UK.
Request new or replacement items or change your licence details for your driver, vehicle or operator licences
Apply for an English language skills assessment if you're applying for a taxi or private hire vehicle licence
Book an English test preparation workshop or ESOL course
Request a temporary licence transfer for your taxi or private hire vehicle
Get an extension on a taxi or private hire driver licence due to a limited visa
Transfer ownership of your taxi or private hire vehicle to another person or party
View our council approved hackney carriage or private hire driver assessment agencies
View our council approved training for hackney carriage drivers and operators
Licensing policy for those working in the industry, passengers, other road users and members of the public
Fees and charges for applying or renewing hackney carriage or private hire licences
Get in touch for advice and support with the taxi licensing process