OPERATOR LICENCE APPLICATIONS

How much does it cost?

We charge a flat fee of £200.00 + vat for a new Operator Licence application or major change.  Applications can also include adding/removing an operating centre, multiple operating centres, moving to a different traffic area or  increasing/decreasing fleet/trailer size. We cover all your needs & eventualities!

Also, when applying for a goods vehicle operator’s licence, you’ll have to pay additional government fees which are:

• A one-off fee payable for new applications or major changes - £257.00.

• A fee for the issue of a licence - £401.00.

• A fee for the issue of an interim licence (if applicable) - £68.00.

• A continuation fee every 5 years to keep your licence active - £401.00.

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What else do I need?

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• You will need an operating centre.  Somewhere to park your vehicle(s) overnight.

• A correspondence address if different from your operating centre address.

• An advert in your local paper to inform the area you are applying for an operating licence.  We can help you with this, however, there will be a cost payable to the publication.

• Enough money you can get ready access to. Please see the current rates below for financial standing

How long will it take to get my operator licence?

This will depend on several factors.  Operator Licencing says it will take around nine weeks, however, due to recent events means it could take much longer.  If you are in a hurry, it may be prudent to apply for an interim licence.  An interim Licence is essentially a temporary licence.  Again, we will help you with this.  It is worth noting, however, that the speed on which an interim licence is granted is dependent on the main application being all present and correct.

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What we will do for you:

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• Give you advice on the type of Licence required.

• Completion of the necessary GV79 application form either via the on-line or paper/post version and interim applications.

• Completion and advice regarding the TM1 form if required (Standard and International Licences).

• Preparation of maintenance agreement.

• Preparation of operating centre usage consent letter (if using a third party premise).

• Provision of the correct newspaper article with correctly worded public notice.

• Proofreading/checking of all required documentation.

• Liaison with the Traffic Commissioners Office during the application process.

• After-sales advice and support.

What are the current rates for financial standing?

As of 1st January 2021 the rates for a Standard & International Licence application are for the first vehicle £8,000.00, along with £4,500.00 for each additional vehicle.

For a Restricted application they are £3,100.00 for the first vehicle, followed by £1,700.00 for each additional vehicle.

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You will be required to show evidence that you have the required funds within your business to cover maintenance and any unforeseen costs that may arise whilst running your fleet of vehicles.  This money can be shown as an average balance in your bank account over several months, savings or an agreed overdraft facility.

Why use us?

One of the biggest reasons for a delay in licences being granted is because of mistakes on the application, provision of incorrect ancillary documentation or issues with the TM1 form.  By using our services, you can be rest assured by taking advantage of our expertise, your application will go through smoothly as we will have tackled any issues prior to application.  Our aim is to make your Operator Licence application a hassle-free process, so you can focus on running your business.​