Private Hire Operator's Licence
A private hire operator is someone who takes bookings for private hire vehicles. Private hire vehicles must work for a licensed operator and be driven by licensed drivers.
If you want to a run a private hire vehicle business in Somerset, you must be licensed by us.
Applying for a licence involves having an enhanced DBS check so officers can consider any criminal convictions, reprimands or warnings, and proving you have the legal right to work in the UK.
Fees and charges
Current fees and charges can be found on our Fees and charges page.