Get Licensed with Confidence – Your HGV or PSV Operator Licence in Norwich
Don’t let paperwork or compliance hurdles stop your commercial transport business in Norwich — get licensed with confidence.
The Transport Consultancy is a leading expert in navigating the application process for Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) and Passenger Service Vehicle (PSV) Operator Licences in Norwich and the surrounding area. With over 20 years of experience, we guide operators through the complexities, including those with previous compliance issues or complex operational needs.
Whether you operate a single vehicle or a fleet of buses, coaches, or minibuses, we manage your Operator Licence application from start to finish, ensuring full compliance with DVSA regulations and the Traffic Commissioner’s requirements.
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Our process is clear, efficient, and designed to make licensing stress-free.
What is an Operator Licence for HGV and PSV?
In Norwich, an Operator Licence (O-Licence) is a legal requirement for commercial businesses operating HGVs or PSVs. This licence, issued by the Traffic Commissioner and regulated by the DVSA, certifies compliance with safety, financial, and professional standards, including driver hours regulations, tachograph monitoring, and vehicle maintenance.
Why Do You Need an Operator Licence?
Holding an Operator Licence demonstrates to the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA that:
- Your Norwich transport business is financially capable of maintaining a safe fleet.
- Your HGV or PSV vehicles comply with the DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness.
- Drivers comply with hours of service laws and maintain tachograph records.
- Your operation is competent and legally compliant.
Operating without a licence or breaching licence conditions can lead to fines, licence revocation, and prohibition from operating.
Types of Operator Licences in Norwich
| Licence Type | Vehicles Covered | Key Norwich Details |
| Restricted Licence | 1–2 goods vehicles each up to 3.5 tonnes | For small fleets; one named Transport Manager required. |
| Standard National Licence | Goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes or more than 2 vehicles | UK-only operations; requires financial standing, operating centre, and qualified Transport Manager. |
| Standard International Licence | Any number of goods vehicles operating internationally | Includes compliance for driver hours and tachograph rules abroad. |
| Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Licence | Buses, coaches, minibuses designed to carry passengers | Regulated separately by Traffic Commissioner for passenger services. |
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Protecting Your Operator Licence in Norwich
Your Operator Licence is essential for your commercial transport business in Norwich. Loss of your licence can halt your operations.
Common compliance risks include:
- Poor vehicle maintenance or breaching roadworthiness standards.
- Breach of drivers’ hours or tachograph laws.
- Inadequate record-keeping or audit failures.
- Lack of qualified Transport Manager supervision.
Minor compliance issues may trigger warnings, fines, or revocations. Staying audit-ready and compliant prevents Desk Based Assessments and protects your reputation.
Our Operator Licence Application Service – Norwich
We simplify the licensing process for Norwich operators with:
✅ Assistance with application submission to the Traffic Commissioner.
✅ Support preparing financial evidence, vehicle maintenance contracts, and public notices.
✅ Help appointing qualified Internal or External Transport Managers.
✅ Advice on sourcing DVSA-compliant Operating Centres.
✅ Guidance on vehicle maintenance, drivers’ hours, tachograph use, and record-keeping systems meeting DVSA standards.
✅ Ongoing consultancy to maintain full compliance and audit readiness.
Our service also includes public notice drafting and liaison with DVSA and regulators.
Fees (additional 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 team guarantees:
- Efficient licence application processing including documentation and DVSA communications.
- Compliance audits tailored to Norwich fleets to lower refusal risk.
- Qualified Transport Manager support to meet all licensing and safety requirements.
- Ongoing advice to keep vehicles, drivers, and records compliant.
Operate your Norwich fleet confidently while avoiding fines, warnings, or revocation.
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Why Choose The Transport Consultancy?
We bring expert sector knowledge to reduce delays, minimise refusal risk, and ensure your Norwich transport business is fully compliant from day one.
👉 Let us take the stress from your Operator Licence application so you can focus on managing a successful fleet.
Book your compliance check today and protect your licence from enforcement or public inquiries.
Stay audit-ready with professional support tailored for Norwich transport operators.