Renew a hackney carriage vehicle licence

You can use this form to renew a hackney carriage vehicle licence in Stockport.

Before you start

If your vehicle has been involved in an accident or written off, read our vehicle insurance categories guidelines before submitting your renewal application.

You'll need:

  • your renewal reference number
  • a valid certificate of insurance
  • a utility bill or bank statement, issued in the last 3 months, showing your current name and business or home address
  • evidence of individual vehicle approval from the DVLA if the vehicle has been modified. For example; an increase or decrease in seats, wheelchair access

These documents must be uploaded with your application. If you do not submit all the required documents, there may be a delay in your renewal application.

If you're not able to upload the documents, visit any Stockport library or local advice centre. You can also visit Fred Perry reception in the Town Hall complex where you'll find help and computers available for use.

You can pay to renew your licence with a credit or debit card. We do not accept American Express.

How we use your data

The council primarily use your data for processing your renewal. This may be shared with local authorities, the DWP, and other government departments in accordance with our organisational privacy notice. We never sell your data to third parties or use it to market to you without your consent.