Get Licensed with Confidence – Your HGV or PSV Operator Licence in Coventry
Don’t let paperwork or compliance hurdles stop your commercial transport business in Coventry — get licensed with confidence.
The Transport Consultancy is a leading expert in applying for and securing Operator Licences for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV) and Passenger Service Vehicles (PSV) in Coventry and surrounding areas. With over 20 years’ experience, we expertly guide operators through the complex licensing process—including those with previous compliance challenges or complex operational needs.
Whether you operate a single truck or a fleet of coaches, buses, or minibuses, we handle your Operator Licence application from start to finish, ensuring full DVSA compliance and adherence to the Traffic Commissioner’s regulations relevant to Coventry.
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Our process is transparent, efficient, and designed to remove licensing stress.
What is an Operator Licence for HGV and PSV?
In Coventry, an Operator Licence (O-Licence) is legally required for any commercial transport operation using HGVs or PSVs. This licence, issued by the Traffic Commissioner and regulated by the DVSA, certifies that your vehicles, drivers, and operations meet stringent safety, financial, and professional standards. Compliance includes maintaining vehicles, monitoring driver hours, tachograph use, and recording requirements.
Why Do You Need an Operator Licence?
Holding an Operator Licence assures the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA that:
- Your Coventry transport business is financially stable and equipped to maintain vehicles in a fit condition.
- Your fleet complies with the DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness and vehicle maintenance standards.
- Drivers observe legal drivers’ hours and maintain proper tachograph records.
- Your operation is competent to lawfully provide transport services.
Failure to obtain or maintain an Operator Licence risks fines, licence revocation, and operational prohibitions.
Types of Operator Licences in Coventry
| Licence Type | Vehicles Covered | Notes |
| Restricted Licence | 1–2 goods vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes | Suitable for smaller operators; requires a named Transport Manager. |
| Standard National Licence | Goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes or more than 2 vehicles | UK-wide operations; requires financial standing, operating centre, and qualified Transport Manager. |
| Standard International Licence | Any number of goods vehicles operating internationally | Includes compliance with international driving hours and tachograph rules. |
| Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Licence | Buses, coaches, and minibuses designed for passenger transport | Regulated separately by Traffic Commissioner. |
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Protecting Your Operator Licence in Coventry
Your Operator Licence is fundamental to your commercial transport business in Coventry. Losing it can halt your operations.
Common compliance risks include:
- Poor fleet maintenance failing the DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness.
- Breaching drivers’ hours or tachograph rules.
- Inadequate record-keeping and audit failures.
- Lack of qualified Transport Manager oversight.
Small compliance lapses can lead to warnings, fines, or revocation. Staying audit-ready and fully compliant helps avoid Desk Based Assessments and regulatory sanctions.
Our Operator Licence Application Service for Coventry
We simplify the licensing process for Coventry operators with:
✅ Guidance and assistance in submitting applications to the Traffic Commissioner.
✅ Support in preparing financial evidence, maintenance arrangements, and public notices.
✅ Help appointing qualified Internal or External Transport Managers.
✅ Assistance sourcing DVSA-compliant Operating Centres in Coventry.
✅ Advice on vehicle maintenance, driver hours, tachograph use, and record-keeping.
✅ Ongoing consultancy to maintain compliance and audit readiness.
Our full service includes public notice drafting and liaising with DVSA and regulators.
Fees (besides 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 expert team provides:
- Efficient licence application management including documentation and DVSA liaison.
- Tailored compliance audits to reduce refusal risk for Coventry fleets.
- Transport Manager support meeting all safety and licensing standards.
- Ongoing compliance advice for vehicles, drivers, and documentation.
Operate your Coventry fleet confidently while avoiding fines, licence warnings, or revocations.
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Why Choose The Transport Consultancy?
With specialist expertise, we minimise delays, lower refusal risks, and maintain full legal compliance from the outset for Coventry transport businesses.
👉 Let us manage your Operator Licence application so you can focus on operating your transport business effectively.
Schedule a compliance check today and safeguard your licence before enforcement or public inquiry.
Benefit from audit-ready support tailored for Coventry transport operators.