Guidance for operators of stretch limousines
Table of contents
- Introduction
- 1. How do I register my Limousine for use on the road in Great Britain?
- Limousines with up to 8 passenger seats
- Limousines where the number of passenger seats is around 8-10 but is hard to determine.
- Limousines with more than 8 passenger seats.
- 2. Can I convert a car that is already registered into a Limousine, by stretching it?
- Evidence required before undergoing SVA.
- More information
- 3. Can I use my Limousine to carry fare-paying passengers?
- Operating hire or reward services without the requisite operator’s licence is a criminal offence.
- 4. What type of Operators licence do I need?
- 5. What can I do if my local authority will not license my vehicle as a PHV?
- 6. Are there any exceptions to the requirement to license as a PHV operator?
- 7. Are there any conditions placed on the operators of Small PSVs?
- 8. What is a separate fare?
- 9. Must I always charge separate fares if I operate as a small PSV?
- 10. Can I use the limousine to carry more than 8 passengers?
- 11. What type of service can I operate with a small PSV?
- 12. What is a local service?
- 13. Are excursions and tours local bus services?
- Appendix 1: VOSA Traffic Area Offices
