Private Hire Vehicles
A private hire vehicle is a motor vehicle constructed or adapted to seat fewer than 9 passengers, other than a hackney carriage or public service vehicle or a London cab or tramcar which is provided for hire with the services of a driver for the purposes of carrying passengers.
Private hire vehicles in Dover District must be licensed and display a numbered plate issued by us on the front and rear of the vehicle.
Both the driver and operator of a private hire vehicle must be licensed, the driver must wear the identification badge issued by us in a clear and readable position.
A private hire vehicle may not use a rank or pick up passengers in the street unless previously booked to do so.
We have no power to regulate the fares charged by a private hire operator, the hirer should agree a fare prior to using the service.
Please see below link to apply:
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For details on the relevant fees or further information please see below link:
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Contact
Telephone: 01304 872295
Email: licensing@dover.gov.uk