Operator licensing: requirements, exemptions and how to apply

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Please note that this guidance is intended to be used for general information purposes only, is not intended to be a definitive guide to the law and cannot be a substitute for independent advice. NFU members can obtain free initial legal and professional advice from NFU CallFirst on 0370 845 8458.

Operator or ‘O’ licensing is a system for regulating the use of vehicles used for commercial purposes. It is basically a system of quality control applied to operators of vehicles which are used for hire or reward, or in connection with a trade or business.

This business guide provides a summary of commonly asked questions on the O licensing system. For further information, please speak to a Call First adviser on 0370 845 8458.