Get Licensed with Confidence – Your HGV or PSV Operator Licence in Canterbury
Don’t let paperwork or compliance hurdles stop your commercial transport business in Canterbury — get licensed with confidence.
The Transport Consultancy is a trusted expert in guiding operators through the complex application and licensing process for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV) and Passenger Service Vehicles (PSV) in Canterbury and surrounding areas. With over 20 years of experience, we provide comprehensive support, even in cases involving past compliance challenges or complex operational setups.
Whether you operate a single vehicle or manage a fleet of buses, coaches, or minibuses, we handle your Operator Licence application from start to finish to ensure full compliance with DVSA regulations and Traffic Commissioner standards relevant for Canterbury.
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Our service is clear, transparent, and designed to make your licensing process hassle-free.
What is an Operator Licence for HGV and PSV?
In Canterbury, an Operator Licence (O-Licence) is a legal requirement for any commercial business using HGVs or PSVs. Issued by the Traffic Commissioner and regulated by the DVSA, this licence certifies compliance with safety, financial, and professional standards, including drivers’ hours monitoring, tachograph rules, and vehicle maintenance obligations.
Why Do You Need an Operator Licence?
Holding an Operator Licence proves to the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA that your Canterbury transport business:
- Maintains financial stability to uphold vehicle safety and service.
- Ensures fleet compliance with the DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness.
- Has drivers who adhere to legal hours and maintain accurate tachograph records.
- Operates professionally and legally within all regulatory frameworks.
Skipping or disregarding the licence requirement can lead to fines, licence revocation, and operational prohibition.
Types of Operator Licences in Canterbury
| Licence Type | Vehicles Covered | Key Notes |
| Restricted Licence | 1–2 goods vehicles, each up to 3.5 tonnes | For smaller businesses; requires a named Transport Manager. |
| Standard National Licence | Goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes or more than 2 vehicles | For UK operations only; requires financial capacity, operating centre, and qualified Transport Manager. |
| Standard International Licence | Any number of goods vehicles for international operations | Includes compliance for cross-border driver hours and tachograph rules. |
| Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Licence | Buses, coaches and minibuses for passenger transport | Regulated separately by the Traffic Commissioner for passenger services. |
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Protecting Your Operator Licence in Canterbury
Protecting your Operator Licence is vital to maintaining your commercial fleet operations in Canterbury. Licence loss can stop your entire business.
Typical compliance risks include:
- Poor vehicle maintenance or breaching the Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness.
- Breaching drivers’ hours or tachograph regulations.
- Failing to keep proper records or failing compliance audits.
- Lack of effective oversight by qualified Transport Managers.
Non-compliance, even minor, can lead to enforcement action, fines, or licence revocation. Staying audit-ready and upholding compliance prevents Desk Based Assessments and reputational damage.
Our Operator Licence Application Service – Canterbury
We support Canterbury operators throughout the application process with:
✅ Assistance completing and submitting applications to the Traffic Commissioner.
✅ Guidance on financial evidence, vehicle maintenance contracts, and public notice requirements.
✅ Help appointing qualified Internal or External Transport Managers.
✅ Support in locating and securing compliant Operating Centres.
✅ Advice on DVSA-compliant systems for vehicle maintenance, drivers’ hours compliance, and record-keeping.
✅ Continued consultancy to maintain audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
Our services include public notice drafting and managing communications with regulators.
Fees (in addition to consultancy):
- HGV Application Fee: £257
- PSV Application Fee: £209
- Interim HGV Fee: £68
- Public Notice Fee: £200 + VAT
- Granting Fee: £401 (HGV only, 5-year renewal)
From Application to Approval – Licence-Ready Support
Our dedicated team offers:
- Prompt and thorough licence application processing including documentation and DVSA liaison.
- Compliance audits tailored for Canterbury fleets to reduce refusal and enforcement risk.
- Support from qualified Transport Managers ensuring full safety and licensing compliance.
- Ongoing consultancy to keep your vehicles, drivers, and records perfectly compliant.
Confidently operate your Canterbury fleet while avoiding costly fines, licence warnings, or revocations.
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Why Choose The Transport Consultancy?
Our expert knowledge reduces application delays, lowers refusal risk, and guarantees your Canterbury transport business complies fully from day one.
👉 Let us take the stress of licensing off your plate so you can focus on managing a successful fleet.
Schedule your compliance check today and protect your Operator Licence before public inquiries or enforcement actions.
Stay audit-ready with professional support tailored to Canterbury transport operators.