How To Become a Taxi Driver
Discover how to become a taxi driver in the UK, including requirements, steps, licensing, and starting your private hire or public hire journey.
Collingwood short-term taxi insurance provides flexible and convenient cover when you need it. Monthly private hire insurance is available from one week to three months.
Our lines are open from 9am – 7pm (Monday – Friday) and 9am – 1pm (Saturday), or you can fill out a form below for a call-back!
Collingwood taxi Insurance provides cover for existing and new taxi drivers. With over 10 years experience of providing insurance for taxi drivers!
If you are a new taxi driver, do not have a No Claims Bonus, have points on your licence or even poor credit, we may still be able to offer you a competitive quote for taxi insurance!
Get the cover you need when you need it! With cover available weekly or monthly (up to 3 months at a time)
*subject to a success fee, terms and conditions apply.
Cover for others in the event of an accident.
Our call centre is located in the North East of England.
*Terms and conditions apply
Extra cover in the event of a non road traffic accident
Learn more about Collingwood short-term taxi insurance with our frequently asked questions below.
Call us on 0345 470 0019
Our short-term taxi is available from 7 days.
Yes, once you have made the initial payment, you are able to start this straight away.
Yes, if you have a taxi badge and want to work as a taxi driver, you will need to have the correct insurance in order to carry paying passengers in your vehicle.
Call us on 0345 470 0019 to get a quote.
You must be aged between 21 – 75 years old to be eligible for a taxi insurance policy with Collingwood.
The taxi line is open 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday and 9am – 1pm Saturday.
You are able to drive and use the vehicle for hire and reward of passengers.
You must have a Full UK Driving licence for at least 1 year.
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