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 Fees are not refunded if applications are withdrawn or licenses surrendered or revoked.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) | £287 (£298 from 01/04/2026) |
| Driver New Applications (Three Years) | £573 (£595 from 01/04/2026) |
| Driver Renewal (One Year) | £265 (£275 from 01/04/2026) |
| Driver Renewal (Three Years) | £530 (£550 from 01/04/2026) |
| Disclosure and Barring Service (If part of an application) | £100 (£104 from 01/04/2026) |
| Knowledge (2nd Test/3rd or More Tests) | £62/£49 (£85 from 01/04/2026) |
| English Proficiency Test | £49 (£52 from 01/04/2026) |
Vehicle Applications
| Application | Fee |
|---|---|
| Private Hire Vehicle Licence (New Application) | £320 (£353 from 01/04/2026) |
| Private Hire Vehicle Licence (Renewal) | £280 (£309 from 01/04/2026) |
| Hackney Carriage Vehicle Licence (New Application) | £320 (£353 from 01/04/2026) |
| Hackney Carriage Vehicle Licence (Renewal) | £280 (£309 from 01/04/2026) |
| Transfer of Ownership (Vehicle Licence) | £70 (£83 from 01/04/2026) |
| Change of Vehicle Registration | £70 (£83 from 01/04/2026) |
| Application for Exemption Certificate (If not part of an application) | £110 (£125 from 01/04/2026) |
Operator Licence Fees
| Application | Fee |
|---|---|
| Private Hire Operator (3 years and less than 20 vehicles) | £320 (£353 from 01/04/2026) |
| Private Hire Operator (5 years and less than 20 vehicles) | £520 (£574 from 01/04/2026) |
| Private Hire Operator (3 years and 20 or more vehicles) | £640 (£706 from 01/04/2026) |
| Private Hire Operator (5 years and 20 or more vehicles) | £1000 (£1148 from 01/04/2026) |
Miscellaneous Fees
| Application | Fee |
|---|---|
| Replacement External Plate | £80 (£83 from 01/04/2026) |
| Replacement Internal Plate | £60 (£62 from 01/04/2026) |
| Replacement Driver Badge | £50 (£52 from 01/04/2026) |
| Replacement Licence | £50 (£52 from 01/04/2026) |
| Door Signs | £25 each (£31 from 01/04/2026) |
| Disclosure and Barring Service (If not part of an application) | £300 (£311 from 01/04/2026) |
| Additional Admin Charges (E.g. second insurance cover note received) | £80 (£83 from 01/04/2026) |
| Guidance Booklet | £30 (£31 from 01/04/2026) |
| Inspections and visits away from Council Offices at the licence holders request | From £80 (£83 from 01/04/2026) |
| Withdrawn Applications Administration Fee | £200 (£200 from 01/04/2026) |
| Application referred to Panel following revocation/refusal | £330 (£343 from 01/04/2026) |
Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Fees
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.
