At First Law Solicitors, we provide taxi licensing declaration witnessing and certification services for drivers, operators and vehicle proprietors across the United Kingdom. Many local councils require applicants to sign a formal statutory declaration or sworn statement confirming that the information provided in a taxi or private hire application is true. Our solicitors witness and certify these declarations promptly and correctly, ensuring that applications meet the legal and procedural requirements set by local licensing authorities.
A Taxi Licensing Declaration is a formal statement made under the Statutory Declarations Act 1835.
It is usually required by local councils when applying for or renewing a taxi, private hire driver or operator licence.
The declaration confirms that the information you have provided is true to the best of your knowledge and belief.
In many areas, you must make this declaration before a solicitor or commissioner for oaths before the council can process your application.
Our solicitors are authorised to take statutory declarations and ensure that your form is correctly signed, witnessed and certified in line with licensing standards.
Local authorities often require a solicitor-witnessed declaration when an application involves a new or renewal of a taxi or private hire driver licence, an operator or vehicle licence submission, the replacement of a lost or expired licence, or a change of name or ownership on an existing licence.
We regularly assist drivers and operators with declarations required by licensing teams in Manchester, Birmingham, London, Leeds and many other local authorities across England and Wales.
Our process is straightforward, efficient and fully compliant with licensing requirements. During your appointment, our solicitor will verify your identity by checking an original passport, driving licence or other accepted form of identification. We will confirm that you understand the declaration and that you are signing it voluntarily, then witness your signature and administer the oath or affirmation where required. The solicitor will then provide certification confirming that the declaration has been properly made before an authorised person.
You may bring the declaration form issued by your local council, or we can assist with preparing an appropriate declaration if required.
Since 2025, taxi licensing declarations may also be witnessed digitally under the Digital Verification Services framework, where permitted by the relevant local authority. Our solicitors can verify your identity and witness your declaration through a secure video appointment, using Qualified Electronic Signatures for certification where accepted.
This option is particularly useful for drivers based outside their licensing area or those who prefer a remote appointment. Digital witnessing is carried out in accordance with evidentiary standards, and all records are securely stored to ensure traceability and compliance.
All personal information and documents are handled securely and confidentially in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, under the supervision of the Information Commission, formerly the ICO. Original documents are reviewed and returned immediately after the appointment, and all records are encrypted and stored securely.
At First Law Solicitors, we understand that taxi licensing deadlines are often tight and that delays can affect your livelihood. We provide fast, reliable appointments and ensure that your statutory declaration is completed correctly the first time. Our solicitors are familiar with the requirements of local licensing authorities and ensure that declaration wording, witnessing and certification meet official standards.
We offer flexible appointments both in person and remotely, with clear guidance on what documents to bring and what to expect at each stage.
If you need a taxi licensing statutory declaration witnessed or certified, contact First Law Solicitors today. We provide prompt, compliant services for taxi and private hire drivers, operators and vehicle proprietors across the United Kingdom.
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