Licences for vehicles
Taxi operator vehicle licence
You must have a taxi operator licence covering any vehicle driven as a taxi in Dumfries and Galloway. Taxis can be hailed in the street or picked up from a taxi rank.
Private hire operator vehicle licence
You must have a private hire operator licence covering any vehicle driven as a private hire vehicle in Dumfries and Galloway. Private hire vehicles can only be pre-booked. They cannot be hailed in the street or picked up for a taxi rank.
Substitute a vehicle
If you need to change your licensed vehicle, you can apply to substitute it (replace one vehicle with another).
How to apply
Send your completed application form, payment and any relevant documents to:
Email: licensing@dumgal.gov.uk
Post: Licensing, Kirkbank House, English Street, Dumfries DG1 2HS
Check all our licensing fees.