Consultation on proposed taxi licensing policy
We are consulting on a revised Taxi Licensing Policy until Monday 24 August 2026. You can find out how to take part in this consultation.
Businesses based at Highlands Farm
If your business is based at the Highlands Farm site, we will shortly be publishing support information and guidance.
Replacing a licensed vehicle
If you replace your taxi or private hire vehicle, you need to tell us.
A replacement taxi or private hire vehicle must meet the pre-licensing criteria, and must also:
- be less than six years old
- be black in colour (taxi)
- be wheelchair accessible, if the original vehicle requires to be (taxis numbered 77 onwards)
- meet Euro 6 emission standards
Notify us
To notify us about a replacement hackney carriage or private hire vehicle, you must:
- sign in or register for an account
- complete the application
- upload your supporting documents
- agree to the declaration
- pay the application fee of £98
Supporting documents
When replacing a vehicle, the supporting documents you will need are:
- a completed proprietorship requisition form
- a copy of the certificate of insurance, which must include cover for public hire
- a mechanical inspection certificate
- a certificate and details of a fitted taximeter
- a bill of sale (if the vehicle is on order)
- a copy of your registration document (V5)
What happens next
Once we receive your application, we will:
- acknowledge it within three days
- check that your application and supporting documents are correct
- notify you of our decision