Taxis and minicabs
If you want to drive a minicab or run a private hire vehicle (PHV) company, you’ll need to get a PHV operator licence from your local authority. Each private hire driver and vehicle will need to be licensed too. See our advice on getting started as a taxi driver for more information.
See GOV.UK for more information about applying for a PHV operator licence outside London.
Keeping up to date
It’s important to keep your skills up to date. Traffic rules, regulations and signs change from time to time and you’ll need to know how these affect you.
You can find out about changes
- in Highway Code updates on Twitter or on Facebook
- on GOV.UK search tool
- in government publications
- on motoring organisation websites
- on this website.
You can also use these official DVSA resources.
The Official Highway Code
Stay up to date with the rules of the road.
Know Your Traffic Signs
Keep your knowledge up to date with the essential guide to traffic signs.
The Official DVSA Guide to Better Driving
Full of practical strategies to help you deal with stress and anxiety at the wheel.