The Service We Provide
Taxi Driver Licensing
A person who wishes to drive a Taxi (8 seats or under) must first obtain a Taxi Drivers Licence. To become a Taxi Driver you will need to meet the following conditions:
- Be 18 years old or over.
- Have held a full Driving Licence to drive a car for at least 12 months (an 'R' plate driver cannot hold a Taxi Drivers Licence).
- Be of satisfactory repute (you must declare all convictions on your application form).
- Be medically fit (a medical form for completion by your Doctor will be issued where applicable).
The department will review each case on its merits
PSV Licensing - Taxi
If you wish to use a vehicle as a Taxi you will need to meet the following conditions:
- You or your nominated driver must hold a valid Taxi Drivers Licence.
- Be of satisfactory repute (see above).
The vehicle you wish to use must pass a PSV Inspection test. This will be carried out at a DVTA Test Centre. A list of test centres is available from
- DVTA HQ
- Balmoral Road
- Belfast
- BT12 6QL
- Telephone: 028 9068 1831
