Private Hire Operator's Licence

A general guide to the law, policies an requirements for obtaining an operator's licence.

Main contact: Nickii Humphreys
Telephone No: 023 9283 4604

If you want to run a business by making arrangements for the invitation or acceptance of bookings for Private Hire Operator's Licence issued to you by Portsmouth City Council. It is an offence to operate vehicle(s) without this licence. This page tells you:

• What legal requirements you must meet to get a licence
• What information we need from you to enable us to consider your application

We will be asking you to complete an application form and to provide other information in order that we can process your application. All information recieved will be treated with respect and in confidence.

Please read this page carefully. Feel free to ask (or phone) for advice at any time. It might help if you also read "Take a look at Licensing" which is a general guide to our services and is available on request.

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Private Hire Operator's Licence Application Form
What are the legal requirements for Private Hire Operators?
What information must you provide to us as a Private Hire Operator?
Granting/renewing your Private Hire Operator's Licence