Find out how to apply for a taxi driver badge and how much it costs.
To apply for a hackney carriage, private hire, or dual driver licence, you need to:
You'll need to download and return a medical form:
You might also need to complete a comprehension test if English isn't your first language.
| Licence type | 1 year | 3 years |
|---|---|---|
| Hackney carriage | £301.21 | £476.65 |
| Private hire | £301.21 | £472.93 |
| Dual driver | £301.21 | £476.65 |
After you apply you'll be invited to an interview where we will check your documents and discuss your medical form, the knowledge test, and a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
We'll also talk through the driving assessment and safeguarding training you need to complete.