Christmas and New Year closure information
Our council offices and phone lines will close at 4pm on Wednesday 24 December and reopen at 9am on Monday 5 January 2026.
See our service arrangements for customers during this time.
Taxi and private hire licence fees
Find out the current fees for taxi and private hire licences in Norwich, including costs for drivers, vehicles, and operators. Whether you're applying for the first time or renewing, this page has everything you need.
Taxi (hackney carriage) licence fees
- Vehicle Licence (1 year): £159
- Driver Licence (3 years):
- Application: £420
- Renewal: £275
Private hire licence fees
- Vehicle Licence (1 year): £124
- Driver Licence (3 years):
- Application: £292
- Renewal: £218
- Operator Licence (5 years):
- Application: £911
- Renewal: £870
Other fees
- Vehicle Licence Transfer:
- New Vehicle: £20
- New Owner: £20
- Knowledge Test: £27
- Replacement Plate: £20
- Medical Certificate Questionnaire: Fee set by doctor
- Change of Address: Free
Last updated: March 2025
