We issue licences for:
- hackney carriage and private hire drivers
- hackney carriage and private hire vehicles
- private hire operators
All application forms and guidance documents are available to view or download below.
Driver licences
To apply for a driver licence, you must be a fit and proper person. You will need to:
- Complete a driver application form.
- Pay the application fee.
- Complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Certificate (Police check).
- Submit a Group 2 Medical Certificate from your GP.
- Complete the Barnardo’s online CSE training.
- Pass our knowledge test (covers law, disability awareness, and local area knowledge).
- Provide proof of your right to work in the UK.
- Pass a taxi driving assessment within 12 months of receiving your licence.
Application information:
Private Hire Driver Application
Hackney Carriage Driver Application
Dual Driver Application (HC/PH)
Vehicle licences
To licence a hackney carriage or private hire vehicle, you must:
- Complete a vehicle application form.
- Pay the application fee.
- Pass a mechanical inspection at our depot.
- Ensure the vehicle meets the our licensing policy.
- Provide a valid vehicle insurance certificate, including public liability insurance (minimum £5 million).
Application information:
Private Hire Vehicle Application
Hackney Carriage Vehicle Application
Private hire operator licences
To apply for an operator licence, you must:
- be a fit and proper person
- provide a basic DBS check (if you do not already hold a driver licence)
- have operating premises within the Hartlepool borough
Application information:
Private Hire Operator Application
Fees and charges
All fees are reviewed annually.
View the latest Taxi Licensing Fees and Charges.