Taxi and Private Hire Licensing

Advice, guidance and forms for taxi and private hire drivers, vehicles and operators licences in Eastbourne.

Links to advice for the public, including how to make a complaint about a driver or vehicle.

In this section...

• Get the latest updates, newsletters and circulars for the licensed trade

• Download licence byelaws and conditions, publications and leaflets

• Minutes of the Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Forum meetings

• Download new application packs for first time licence applicants

• Get forms to renew your licence

The council licenses all taxi (hackney carriage) and private hire vehicles, drivers and operators to ensure standards are met. Our Transport and Streets section has advice and information for the public:

• List of licensed taxi and private hire companies in Eastbourne

• Location of Taxi Ranks

• Take a Taxi You Can Trust and Your Guide to Staying Safe at Night - advice leaflets to download

• How to complain about a licensed driver or vehicle

• Taxis for Disabled People - Eastbourne Access Guide