Taxi licensing

You need a licence to drive a hackney carriage or private hire vehicle. Read our Hackney Carriage Quick Guide (PDF, 122 KB)(opens new window) to find out about the application process and about our policy on convictions (PDF, 63 KB)(opens new window).

You must show us you have a reasonable knowledge of the Borough by taking a test. Once you have passed the test you are required to have an enhanced disclosure and barring check, attend safeguarding training, have a DVLA check and a medical to Group 2 standard. If you meet the criteria your licence will be issued.