Private hire licensing
Drivers
Find out all about how to become a licensed private hire driver and get an application pack.
You can also find out:
- How to get your licensed renewed
- What to do if you've lost your badge
- How to let us know if you've changed your address, have been convicted of an offence or need to tell us about a medical condition
Operators
Going it alone or setting up a private hire empire . . . either way you'll need an operator's licence. Find out about:
- Applying
- Renewing
- Getting hold of PCO branding and signs - including signs to allow you stop on red routes
- Promoting your service
Vehicles
Any vehicle used for private hire bookings must be licensed by us. Find out:
- How to go about getting your vehicle licensed
- How we define a Private Hire Vehicle
Transport for London

