Apply for a Hackney Carriage vehicle licence

There are a fixed number of Hackney Carriage licences in Kirklees. The only current option is for an existing proprietor to transfer their existing vehicle and licence to a new proprietor.

This transaction is negotiated between the two concerned parties, not the council. A transfer application form is then completed by both parties. There is a transfer fee of £48.00.

How to transfer an existing vehicle and licence

  • Complete the transfer form and attend the licensing office, both parties must be present
  • Provide your driving licence
  • Provide the vehicle insurance details and log book

Clock Completing this form takes around 15 minutes

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Contact Licensing

  • Kirklees Licensing Service
  • Address Huddersfield Customer Service Centre, Civic Centre 3, Market Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2EY
  • Phone 01484 456868
  • Email