Taxis and private hire

New tax regulations come into force on 4th April 2022

From 4th April 2022 you must complete a tax check to renew a taxi, private hire, taxi operator or scrap metal licence, or to apply for the same type of licence with a different licensing authority. We will not be able to process your application without your tax check code. Find out how to complete a tax check on GOV.UK

Apply for a new licence - step by step

Before you can apply for a new taxi licence there are a number of steps you must follow.

Apply for a new licence - step by step guide

Before you can apply for a new taxi licence there are a number of steps you must follow.

1. Produce a Certificate of Good Conduct

If you have lived outside of the UK for three months or more since the age of 18, you need a Certificate of Good Conduct.

2. Get your DBS and DVLA checks

Apply for your Certificate of Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a DVLA Mandate.

3. Pass the Liverpool Standard Part 1

This is a Vocational Related Qualification which you must pass before you can apply for a new licence.

4. Pass the Street Knowledge Test and ID checks

This test has been introduced to make sure all drivers licensed by us offer the best possible service.

5. Get a medical certificate

All drivers must provide a medical certificate when they are applying for a new licence.

6. Apply for your licence

After you have applied for your licence you must submit an additional form and upload your proof documents.