Private Hire and Hackney Carriage Licence Application
Application Type and Processing Timescales
Approximate timescales for processing applications relating to Private Hire and Hackney Carriage licences are listed below.
| Type of Application | Processing Timescale |
|---|---|
| New Driver | 5 working days |
| New Vehicle | 30 minutes (by appointment only) |
| Driver Renewal | 10 working days |
| Vehicle Renewal | 30 minutes (by appointment only) |
| New Operator | 5 working days |
| Operator Renewal | 10 working days |
| Vehicle Licence Change from Private Hire to Hackney Carriage (or vice versa) | 30 minutes (by appointment only) |
| Lost/Stolen Plate | same day (if reported in writing before 12 noon) |
Please note: The above processing timescales apply only to applications where all of the relevant requirements have been met at the time of application. In instances where the circumstances surrounding an application are unusual or exceptional, processing may take longer than the timescale advertised.
