Drivers

If you would like to become a Hackney or Private hire driver for the busiest company in Portsmouth you will need a license, otherwise known as a badge.

To obtain this badge from Portsmouth City Council you will need;

• The support of an operator (that's us). This is on the application given to you by Portsmouth Licensing section.
• A medical certificate signed by your own G.P. or someone with immediate access to your medical records.
• Two persons who have known you for at least 3 years (not relatives, partners or someone in the taxi industry).
• That you have held a current driving license for at least 12 months and are over 18. (you must be over 23 to join Aqua Cars).
• Show that you have a good knowledge of Portsmouth by sitting and passing a geography test.
• A completed drugs test.
• A completed police check. criminal records bureau

More information and application forms can be obtained from;

Licensing Section
Corporate Services
Civic Offices
Guildhall Square
Portsmouth
PO1 2AL

or calling 023 92 834830
Some of the garages listed in the garage section will also help you in getting your badge and can offer the vehicles to suit.