Choose which licence to apply for

We can issue two types of licences:

  • Dual Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licence
  • Private Hire Driver Licence only

Hackney Carriage Licence

  • Often known as public hire taxis or black cabs
  • Can pick up passengers without a prior booking
  • Often operate from taxi ranks
  • Can be flagged down in the street
  • Often display a prominent taxi sign
  • Have a meter

Private Hire Licence

  • Must be pre-booked through a licensed private hire operator
  • Cannot operate from taxi ranks
  • Cannot be flagged down on the street
  • Fares agreed upon and confirmed at the time of booking
  • Vehicles have more flexibility in terms of vehicle type and appearance
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