The Taxi SERU (Safety, Equality and Regulatory Understanding) assessment tests your knowledge of TfL Taxi regulations and English language skills. It’s computer-based and based on the Taxi Driver Handbook.

If:

• You’re applying for a new taxi driver licence on or after 1 October 2025
• You’re renewing a taxi driver licence that expires on or after 1 October 2025
  You must pass the Taxi SERU assessment to be licensed or re-licensed as a London taxi driver.

There are 36 questions:

• 24 Multiple Choice
• 12 Fill in the Blank
• 2 Reading & Understanding

The assessment lasts 60 minutes.

You need at least 60% to pass. Most students get two attempts.

At TfL’s driver assessment centre:

📍 14 Pier Walk, London SE10 0ES (nearest Tube: North Greenwich)

Yes. You must complete the online safeguarding awareness training before sitting the Taxi SERU assessment. It’s self-paced and not supervised.

No. The TfL Taxi SERU is different from the PHV Driver SERU assessment. Each has its own handbook and rules. 
Click here if you’re looking for PHV SERU courses.