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Licensing
We license London's taxi and private hire drivers to ensure a safe and reliable service for the public.
Become a taxi licensee

Existing licensees
Find out more about how to replace a lost badge or licence, fees, issues and vehicle inspections, as well as checking your current licence.
Become a private hire licensee

PHV driver assessments
PHV driver applicants must pass mandatory assessments.
Emission standards
Since 1 January 2018, emission standards for taxis and private hire vehicles new to licensing have changed.