All applications forms must be downloaded from our website. Fees are not refunded if applications are withdrawn or licenses surrendered or revoked.
Dual Driver Applications
| Application | Fee |
|---|---|
| Driver New Application (one year) | £230 |
| Driver New Applications (Three Years) | £470 |
| Driver Renewal (One Year) | £205 |
| Driver Renewal (Three Years) | £365 |
| Disclosure and Barring Service (If part of an application) | £60 |
| Knowledge (2nd Test/3rd or More Tests) | £50/£70 |
| English Proficiency Test | £30 |
Vehicle Applications
| Application | Fee |
|---|---|
| Private Hire Vehicle Licence (Renewal – Paper Application) | £225 |
| Private Hire Vehicle Licence (Renewal – Online Application | £215 |
| Hackney Carriage Vehicle Licence (New Application – One Year) | £240 |
| Hackney Carriage Vehicle Licence (Renewal – Paper Application) | £240 |
| Hackney Carriage Vehicle Licence (Renewal – Online Application) | £230 |
| Transfer of Ownership (Vehicle Licence) | £60 |
| Change of Vehicle Registration | £60 |
| Application for Exemption Certificate (If not part of an application) | £100 |
Operator Licence Fees
| Application | Fee |
|---|---|
| Private Hire Operator (3 years and less than 20 vehicles) | £315 |
| Private Hire Operator (5 years and less than 20 vehicles) | £525 |
| Private Hire Operator (3 years and 20 or more vehicles) | £630 |
| Private Hire Operator (5 years and 20 or more vehicles) | £1000 |
Miscellaneous Fees
| Application | Fee |
|---|---|
| Replacement External Plate | £60 |
| Replacement Internal Plate | £30 |
| Replacement Driver Badge | £30 |
| Replacement Licence | £30 |
| Door Signs | £20 each |
| Disclosure and Barring Service (If not part of an application) | £220 |
| Additional Admin Charges (E.g. second insurance cover note received) | £45 |
| Guidance Booklet | £10 |
| Inspections and visits away from Council Offices at the licence holders request | From £55 |
| Withdrawn Applications Administration Fee | £130 |
Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Fees from April 2019
You can make your payment online using our Online Payment System. If you pay online you will be emailed a copy of your receipt. If your application requires you to see a Licensing Officer, please make sure you can present a copy of your receipt at your appointment. You can bring a paper copy with you or we are happy to look at the electronic copy on your phone.