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The Dorset Council area is split into 2 taxi zones:

  • Dorset Council (green plates)
  • Weymouth and Portland Zone (yellow plates)

You need a separate licence to work within each zone. 

Apply for a taxi driver's licence

You need a Dorset Council taxi driver's licence to work as a taxi driver driver in Dorset. 

Apply for a taxi vehicle licence

How to apply for a taxi vehicle licence.

Apply for a private hire operator licence

Apply for a private hire operator licence.

Taxi information

Information on the types of taxis, taxi fares and our wheelchair accessible vehicles list.