Private hire vehicles

Private hire vehicles are only licensed to collect passengers who have pre-booked with a licensed operator.

We only licence vehicles for private hire which have a:

Apply for a licence

Before you can begin working, you must apply for a drivers licence and a vehicle licence.

In addition, you must be registered with a licensed private hire operator.

Licences are renewed each year and inspections of vehicles are made on a regular basis according to age to ensure vehicle roadworthiness.

Fares for private hire vehicles are set independently from the council by each operator.

Take a look at our guide to ensure you get home safely by taxi.

We operate a voluntary licensing scheme for minibuses for non-profit organisations such as clubs and schools.

You can enquire at the Civic Centre reception desk (14) from Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 5pm and Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.

To find out more about our licences and permits, contact us using either our online form or by:

e-mail: city.direct@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Phone: 01902 551155
Minicom: 01902 555554
Fax: 01902 551195

Write:

Licensing
Regeneration and Environment
Wolverhampton City Council
Civic Centre, St. Peter's Square
Wolverhampton
WV1 1DA