Private hire operator licence

How much does it cost?

£319

Before you apply

You will need to be able to provide the following information as part of the application:

• a basic disclosure certificate issued within the last 12 months or a DBS certificate registered on the update service for all directors, partners and company secretaries

• a valid disability, equality and safeguarding training certificate issued within the last 3 months for each director, company secretary and employees that are not licensed drivers

• proof of right to work document or share code for all individuals or partners.  If you are applying as a limited company then the check is made on the company through Companies House

• any fleet insurance held must be provided with an accompanying schedule of the vehicles and named drivers disclosed to the insurance company

• any premises that provide access to members of the public must provide an insurance certificate for public liability to a minimum value of £5million

• a list of current vehicles detailing the registration, make and model - this can be entered onto the application or uploaded as a document to the application

• a list of current drivers detailing their full name, badge number and date of birth - this can be entered onto the application or uploaded as a document to the application

• tax check code for each individual or partner applying or for the registered business if applying as a company.

Before applying, please make sure you have read the requirements and that you understand the fees and conditions.

How to apply

Upload your supporting documents using our online service and make the required payment.

You will need:

• the supporting documents

• a debit or credit card to pay the application fee
    

Upload your documents and make a payment

What happens next?

Once we receive your application and payment, we will review the information provided. If we need any additional information, we will contact you.