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DO YOU NEED A PCO LICENCE?

WHAT IS A PCO LICENCE?

A Private Hire Driver Licence is called a PCO licence. It stands for Public Carriage Office and is licensed by the Department of Transport for London. You need one to work as a passenger driver in London.

Private hire vehicles are officially defined as “vehicles that can carry up to 8 passengers and are available for hire with a driver”. This includes taxis, minicabs, and limousines.

If you like the idea of working with new people every day, being your own boss and setting your own hours setting your own hours, applying for a PCO licence should be your first step towards a rewarding job as a private hire driver.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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If you have completed your reservation online, you will receive a confirmation email. You can also call our 24 hr control room, check with one of our operators.

We guide you through every step of the TfL licensing process. Our team assists you with booking your medical assessment, completing your enhanced DBS check, preparing for the SERU and English language tests, and submitting your application accurately. Once licensed, you can start earning immediately with our driver fleet.

No, our guidance and advice are completely free. We do not charge any consultancy fees for helping you apply. You only pay the standard, mandatory fees directly to the official providers (such as TfL application fees, the GP medical check, and the DBS check).

To Apply For A PCO Licence You Need To Meet The Following Criteria :
  • You must be at least 21 years old
  • You must have held a DVLA, Northern Ireland or EEA driving licence for at least the past three years.
  • You must meet the required medical standards, which you can confirm by completing a checkup with your GP.
  • You must be of good character and pass a criminal record check (an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service or DBS check).
  • You must have the necessary map-reading and route-finding skills.
  • You must be able to speak, read, and understand English to communicate effectively with your passengers.
You will also need the following documentation:
  • Passport
  • Your driving licence (paper or photocard)
  • National Insurance Number
  • Two forms of identification that show your current address

On average, it takes between 6 to 12 weeks to receive your PCO licence once submitted to Transport for London (TfL). The total time mainly depends on how quickly your GP completes the medical form (TPH/204) and how fast your enhanced DBS check is cleared.