To apply for a new vehicle licence, you need:
- your V5C certificate or proof of purchase
- a valid MOT certificate, if applicable
- your vehicle insurance certificate
To apply for a new vehicle licence in Allerdale, you will need to complete the online application on the Licensing Portal.
Apply for a driver vehicle licence: Allerdale
To apply for a taxi and private hire vehicle licence, complete the application form.
Before submitting your application, make sure you have all the necessary information to hand.
We recommend submitting your application and evidence at least 2 weeks before you want to start using the vehicle.
Pay for your licence
You can pay your taxi and private hire vehicle licence fee by debit or credit card.
For more information on the cost of a new licence, see taxi and private hire licence fees: Allerdale
Telephone: 0300 373 3730
Your application
We will only consider an application when:
- the online form has been submitted
- all required evidence has been submitted
- full payment has been made