Apply for a Taxi Vehicle Licence

The Council licences and inspects both taxis and private hire vehicles in the borough to ensure that they are safe for use by the public.

How to apply

The following evidence must be supplied at the time of your application:

  • Vehicle registration document 
  • MOT test certificate
  • Certificate of vehicle insurance specific to the licence you are applying for

Application process

  • The vehicle licence application form can be used for either a hackney carriage or private hire vehicle licence
  • In the case of a renewal, an application form must be submitted along with the fee before the existing licence expires
  • The compliance inspection form details the criteria of the inspection

Applications for a new vehicle licence must refer to our Vehicle Licensing Policy prior to purchasing a vehicle.

Fees

Total fee payable for annual licence application including test is £280.

  • Vehicle Licence Application - £188
  • Vehicle Test/ Full re-test - £92

The following additional fees may apply:

  • Replacement Plate - £25
  • Replacement Licence - £25
  • Test cancellation fee - £40 (payable for a no-show or a cancellation with less than 48 hours notice)

Conditions

Applications are only processed if the correct fee and documents have been submitted.