London PHV driver licence fees
The fees TfL lists for a private hire driver licence application, last checked on 1 October 2026. Fees change, so confirm on TfL's page before you pay.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Licence application fee (non-refundable) | £138 |
| Grant of licence fee | £205 |
| Enhanced DBS check (online) | £52 |
| Post Office Check and Send (document check) | £7.15 |
| SERU assessment (first attempt) | £40 |
| English speaking and listening assessment (first attempt) | £40 |
| Topographical skills assessment (first attempt) | £40 |
| Total of the seven fees above (first attempts) | £522.15 |
Source: TfL private hire driver licence page. The total adds the seven fees above at first-attempt prices. It is our sum, not a figure TfL quotes.
Not in that total
- Medical. The examining doctor sets this fee, so we cannot list it.
- DBS Update Service: £16 per year in our data, if you subscribe.
- Resits. TfL's SERU page lists a SERU resit at £30 (checked 2 Oct 2026). It does not list English or topographical resits, so our calculator uses the same amount for those as an estimate.
- Vehicle and running costs such as vehicle licensing and insurance.
Why our figures may differ from other sites. We use the figures on TfL's own page on the date shown. If another site quotes different fees, check TfL directly. The application fee is listed as non-refundable.
Common questions
How much does a London PHV driver licence cost?
Using the fees TfL listed when we last checked (1 October 2026), the seven fees in the table add up to £522.15 for first attempts. That excludes the medical, any resits and vehicle costs. Check TfL for current fees.
Is the application fee refundable?
TfL's page describes the licence application fee as non-refundable. Check the details on TfL's page before you apply.
Who sets the medical fee?
The examining doctor sets it. TfL's page does not list a fixed price, so ask your doctor for a quote and enter it in our calculator.
What is the DBS Update Service fee?
Our data lists £16 per year for the DBS Update Service, as last checked on 1 October 2026.
How much is an assessment resit?
TfL's SERU page lists a SERU resit at £30 (checked 2 Oct 2026). It does not list English or topographical resits, so our calculator uses £30 for those as an estimate. Check TfL before you book.