Information you need to provide with your application
After passing the knowledge test you will need to provide the following when you complete your application:
Attach any evidence as uploads on your application.
1. Photograph
The photograph you provide will be used on your official taxi driver licence badge.
Follow the photo requirements as closely as possible.
2. UK or EU/EEA driving licence and DVLA check
You must have held a full UK driving licence for a minimum of 12 months. Clear photos or scans of both sides of your licence must be attached to your application.
As part of the taxi and private hire licensing process, licensing authorities carry out a DVLA check to confirm that an applicant holds a valid driving licence and meets the required standards to drive professionally. You will need to provide the DVLA check code in your application.
3. Medical form
To ensure the safety of passengers and other road users, anyone applying for a taxi or private hire driver licence must undergo a medical examination. This form will have been sent to you in your application pack or you can download and print it.
Why is there a medical check for taxi licensing
4. Driver assessment course
Taxi or private hire driver licence applicants are required to complete a 'Driver Assessment Course'. This course ensures that drivers meet the necessary standards to provide a safe, professional, and comfortable service to passengers.
Why is there a driver assessment course for taxi licensing
Book your course with Green Penny - Driver Assessment or The Blue Lamp Trust - Driver Assessment and then upload your certificate when you complete your form.
5. Safeguarding course
As part of the taxi and private hire licensing process, drivers are required to complete a Safeguarding Awareness Course.
Why is there a safeguarding course for taxi licensing
Book your course with: Green Penny - Safeguarding Course and then upload your certificate when you complete your form.
6. Right to work
A Right to Work Check is a legal requirement for all Local Authority Licensing teams. It ensures that anyone they give a licence to is legally allowed to work in the UK, regardless of their nationality.
What does a right to work check involve
get your 'Right to Work' share code which you will need to provide in your application.
7. Enhanced DBS check
An Enhanced DBS Check is a detailed background check carried out by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
After you pass the knowledge test you will receive an email from us with a DBS check link and information on how to get your DBS check. You must also subscribe to the DBS update service as part of your application.