Taxi and Private Hire
Due to high volumes of private hire driver licence applications and enquiries, we are experiencing longer waiting times than usual.
It may take four to six weeks to respond to emails, and appointments are currently being scheduled around ten to 12 weeks in advance.
We appreciate your patience and understanding.
New driver licence
Information for new drivers.
New vehicle licence
How to apply for a vehicle licence.
New operator licence
How to apply for a new operator licence.
Renewal applications
For information on renewals for existing drivers, operators or licence.
Change or transfer vehicle
How to make a change or transfer to a vehicle.
Taxi and private hire drop-in sessions
Upcoming drop-in sessions.
Taxi and private hire licensing policy
Click to view the policy.
Safeguarding and equalities training
Information on safeguarding and equalities training for taxi and private hire drivers.
Guidance for taxi and private hire passengers
Information and guidance.
Report an accident
How to report an accident.
DEFRA air quality information sharing
What information we share and why.