Private hire operator's licence

Apply for a private hire operator licence to be able to accept bookings for private hire vehicles:

Please note: The Private hire operator's licence guidance notes and conditions are currently under review.

If you wish to make a private hire operator's licence application, contact the Taxi Licensing Team for advice before you begin your application

New private hire operator licences

As all new 'private hire' applications are checked by our planning department, you must provide details of where vehicles will be parked.

If planning permission is required, applicants must obtain it before licences are issued.

If you buy an existing private hire business, you must still complete an application form and pay the relevant fee for a new licence.

Artwork for the company 'side plates' must be submitted to us for approval before we issue an operator's licence.

For Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, contact the DBS directly:

Eco Depot, Hazel Court, York, YO10 3DS

Telephone: 01904 552422

Email: licensing@york.gov.uk