P/H apply for driver licence
Coronavirus: Licensing - Taxis
You should wear a face covering when using taxis or private hire vehicles. A taxi driver or private hire vehicle operator may be entitled to refuse to accept you if you do not wear a face covering.
The risk of transmission is small at 2 metres and where possible, you should maintain 2 metres distance.
If you cannot keep a 2 metre distance, reduce the risk to yourself and others by maintaining a 1 metre distance where possible, and taking suitable precautions.
Follow the advice of the driver. For example, you may be asked to sit in the back left-hand seat if travelling alone. You may want to check with your taxi or private hire operator before travelling if they have put any additional measures in place.
You should use contactless payment if possible, or find out if you can pay online in advance.
Be aware of the surfaces you touch. Be careful not to touch your face. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or the inside of your elbow when coughing or sneezing.
When finishing your journey wash your hands for at least 20 seconds or sanitise your hands as soon as possible.
Only travel into, out of and within areas under local lockdown if your travel is essential.
Summary
For the safety and protection of the public to drive a private hire vehicle in the East Staffordshire Borough Council area you must hold a valid private hire driver licence issued by us.
An English Language Oral Skills Assessment will be carried out at a cost of £28.99 prior to submission of your application.
Fees
£330.00
Application form & guidance notes
Apply for a combined driver's licence
If you wish to apply for combined driver's licence you will need to download all of the above documents as well as Appendix G - Hackney Carriage Byelaws.
English Test
To demonstrate adequate English language skills you will be required to undertake and pass an English Language Oral Skills Assessment prior to submitting you’re application.
Guidance Notes – Oral Assessment
Attachments required
Legislation
To qualify as a driver you must:
Validity & renewals
3 years
Complaints
Please contact Taxi Licensing in the first instance.
Email
licensing@eaststaffsbc.gov.uk