What is a taxi driver medical examination?
A taxi driver medical is a health check required by most licensing authorities to confirm you are fit to drive professionally. It is often carried out to the DVLA Group 2 standard, the higher standard applied to professional drivers.
Who carries it out
The medical is usually completed by your own GP or an approved medical professional, using a form provided or specified by the council. Confirm the council's current medical form and who can complete it.
What is checked
A Group 2 medical commonly checks:
- Vision (including visual acuity and fields).
- Diabetes (and blood sugar control).
- Heart conditions and blood pressure.
- Epilepsy and neurological conditions.
- Mental health and medication that may affect driving.
- Sleep disorders such as sleep apnoea.
What to bring
You may need your driving licence, glasses or contact lenses if you wear them, and a list of medication. Confirm what the council requires.
What happens if a condition is flagged
Some conditions may require further assessment or a specialist report. It does not necessarily mean you cannot be licensed.
How Smart Taxi Solutions can help
We help you understand the medical process and prepare, but we do not conduct medicals or make licensing decisions.
This article is general information. Confirm current medical requirements with the relevant council.