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Take part in a landmark Government consultation on proposals to replace Surrey's current councils with up to three larger authorities. We support a three unitary approach - Find out more and read our consultation question guide.

Join us at an online or in-person event where you find out more about Local Government Organisation, ask questions and find out how to have your say. 

Weather warning

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain and thunderstorms from Friday 18 July and an amber weather warning on Saturday 19 July. Read our advice during severe weather for more information.  

Essential maintenance to our planning services

There will be disruption to our planning services from Thursday 17 July to Saturday 19 July. This is whilst we carry out some essential maintenance. You will not be able to search or comment on a planning application during this time. We apologise for any inconvenience. 

Find out about taxi licensing

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We are responsible for ensuring that drivers and operators meet the conditions and standards to hold taxi-related licences within Guildford. Hackney Carriages (taxicabs) may be hailed, hired from a taxi rank or pre-booked. Private hire vehicles may only be booked in advance through a licensed private hire operator. Private hire operators are those working to book vehicles in advance. 

Current taxi drivers

  1. Renew your driver or vehicle licence
  2. Tell us about a change in circumstances
  3. Apply for a medical exemption
  4. Apply for number plate exemption

Taxi licence information

  1. Book your knowledge test
  2. Taxi licensing fees
  3. Approved MOT testing stations
  4. Changes to taxi licensing policy

Information for customers

  1. Advice for disabled taxi passengers
  2. Lost property
  3. Taxi fares in Guildford
  4. Taxi complaints

Apply for or renew a Hackney Carriage driver's licence

A Hackney Carriage (Taxi) can be flagged down or hired immediately without pre-booking.

Apply for or renew a Hackney Carriage vehicle licence

A Taxi can be flagged down or hired immediately without pre-booking. Both the vehicle and the driver need a licence.

Apply for a private hire operator licence

You need a private hire operator's licence for any pre-booked work such as airport transfers or hen or stag nights.

Apply for or renew a private hire driver licence

Private hire taxis must be pre-booked. Journeys can start or end anywhere, they do not have to be inside the borough.

Apply for or renew a private hire vehicle licence

Private hire taxis must be pre-booked. Journeys can start or end anywhere, they do not have to be inside the borough.