Private hire car driver licensing

In terms of the Civic Government ( Scotland ) Act 1982, The City of Edinburgh Council requires all vehicles operating as a Taxi or a Private Hire Car to be licensed. 

Drivers of these vehicles also require to hold a separate Taxi or Private Hire car driver's licence.

The conditions that apply

Each licence issued is subject to standard conditions that are imposed on all PHC Drivers licensed by Edinburgh Council.  In addition to the standard conditions, a licence may also contain special conditions that are only applicable to your licence.

Who is eligible to apply

An applicant must have held an appropriate DVLA driver's licence for a minimum of 12 months.

How to apply

Applicants must complete the Private Hire Car Driver's application form and bring it to the Licensing Section along with the supporting documentation and the correct fee.  A photograph will be taken.

Costs

Fee List

Information that needs to be provided

You must provide the information detailed on the application form and all parts of your DVLA driver's licence.