Hackney carriage vehicle licence
A hackney carriage must -
- hold an M1 European Whole Vehicle Type Approval Certificate
- hold an M1 National Level Low Volume Type Approval Certificate
- be in a manufacturers' single standard factory colour
- be fitted with a calendar controlled meter
- be no more than 10 years old from date of first registration
Once licensed, a vehicle can be renewed until it is no more than 14 years old.
Application forms and guidance.
Use the form below to submit a query regarding a Hackney Carriage Vehicle licence.
Licence and permit queries (opens in a new window)
Use the form below to submit a Replacement Vehicle application.
Private Hire and Hackney Carriage Replacement Vehicle (opens in a new window)
Use the form below to submit a Vehicle Grant application.
Private Hire and Hackney Carriage Grant (opens in a new window)
Use the form below for Additional Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Drivers Licence.
Additional Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Drivers Licence (opens in a new window)