Taxi licences

Why we licence taxis and private hire vehicles and what licences you will need to drive one, taxi registers, how to find more information.

Taxi driver's licence renewals

When your licence is due for renewal, a form will be sent to your recorded address. Complete it and send it back using the details provided.

All drivers are required to be active on the DBS update service so an enhanced DBS check can be undertaken as part of your renewal.

Late renewal applications

It is your responsibility to ensure your licence is renewed before it expires and that an annual DBS check is recorded with the licensing office.

Once your driver's licence has expired it cannot be renewed. Late applicants whose licence has expired must apply for a new licence.