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Taxi licensing fees 2026/27

View the taxi licensing fees for the year 2026/27.

The below fees are effective from 1 April 2026.

Type of Registration/Licence/Fee Fees (£) from 1 April 2026
Hackney carriage
Vehicle annual – new (includes plate and bracket) 283.00
Vehicle annual renewal 207.00
Vehicle licence transfer fee 76.00
Change of vehicle registration (cherished number plate) 76.00
Replacement plate 76.00
Replacement bracket and holder 36.00
Private hire
Vehicle annual new (includes plate and bracket) 252.00
Vehicle annual renewal 176.00
Vehicle licence transfer fee 76.00
Change of vehicle registration (cherished number plate) 76.00
Replacement plate 76.00
Private hire operators licence
Operator 1-year licence 125.00
Operator 5-year licence 500.00
Licensed drivers
Driver (new - includes initial knowledge test) 408.00
Driver (renewal) 294.00
Drivers badge (replacement) 34.00
Knowledge test 83.00
Other Charges
Handbook and replacements 28.00
Assistance/advice appointment 72.00
Replacement paper licence fee 16.00
Licence refund fee (e.g. for refused driver application) 16.00