How do I get a private hire Licence UK?


Posted February 23, 2020 by Alzbetaberka

The job as a private hire driver in UK is a lucrative position and thousands of people every year apply for this license.

 
The job as a private hire driver in UK is a lucrative position and thousands of people every year apply for this license. If you are interested in getting the license there are a few things you must look into first. First of all, you need research the demand in the market and take into consideration the existing number of private hire drivers in UK. The PCO or the Private Hire Driver Licence, allows you to work as a minicab driver or chauffer. This license is issued for 3 years by the public carrier department of the Transportation federation of London.
By becoming private hire in UK you get to drive for all of the major online transportation service companies like Uber, Kapten etc. All you need to do is meet certain criterions. Firstly, you must be at least 21 years of age while applying. You must alsoposses a UK equivalent driving license issues within the last 12 months. And the final requirement states that you must have an accessible email address for easy communication in future.
Before applying for the private hire license, you need to understand the council’s policy for licensing drivers. Also, you need to check every aspect and make sure this is the right job for you. You need to take into consideration the income, the number of man hours required, the outlay charges that you need to pay, etc. You must also meet the DVLA Group 2 medical standards and be medically fit. Once you make sure that you have all the criterions you need to start your application process by registering by submitting some personal details and a picture.
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Phone 02032391727
Business Address 40 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5AB
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Categories Education
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Last Updated February 23, 2020