Public Service Vehicles (PSV) Licences

Public Service Vehicles are vehicles that carry passengers for a fee. These vehicles qualify for a reduced rate in tax – check the current Motor Tax rates here.

To tax a small Public Service Vehicle (SPSV - vehicles capable of carrying a maximum of eight passengers such as taxis or hackneys), you will need:

• Renewal Form RF100B (which is issued via postal reminder from Dept of Transport, Shannon), or RF100A (English) if there is arrears or a non-use period
• Evidence of Insurance
• A valid Hackney, Limousine or Taxi licence issued by the Commission for Taxi Regulation (a current NCT is a requirement for issue of the licence by the Commission)
• Appropriate fee

To tax a large Public Service Vehicle (LPSV - vehicles capable of carrying 9 or more passengers such as buses), you will need:

• Renewal Form RF100B or RF100A (English) if there is arrears or a non-use period
• Evidence of Insurance
• Current Certificate of Roadworthiness
• PSV licence
• In the case of a school bus, an Article 60 Licence must be submitted
• Appropriate fee

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