Limousine licensing

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For large limousines - seating 9 passengers or more - you바카라 사이트™ll need to get a public service vehicle (PSV) operator licence.

Operators hiring out limousines and drivers separately to avoid licensing are breaking the law.

Vehicle standards

Stretched limousines must have Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) to be registered and licensed. For those built before 29 July 2011, a Certificate of Initial Fitness (COIF) is accepted.

Weddings and funerals

Limousines with up to 8 passenger seats do not require a licence for weddings and funerals.

Fines and penalties

Your limousines can be destroyed or confiscated if you are not licensed or your vehicles are not properly insured. For other offences you can be prosecuted and fined.

Read guidance for operators of stretch limousines.