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INTRODUCTION Top 5 HGV Driver Mistakes Required Documents

What Documents You Need to Apply for an HGV Job in the UK

To drive a lorry professionally in the UK, you must hold one of the following:
This is legally required for all professional lorry drivers in the UK. You must:
Used to record your driving hours, rest periods, and activity.
Apply for one via the DVLA and keep it inserted when on duty.

CPC Card (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence)

Start with Your Driving Licence (Category C or C+E)

Digital Tachograph Card (Tacho Card)

Proof of Right to Work in the UK

Typically one of the following, dated within the last 3 months:
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Used to register you with payroll for UK tax and contributions.
You can find this:
  • ADR certificate (hazardous goods)
  • HIAB (lorry loader crane)
  • Manual handling
  • Load securing & tail lift operation
  • References from transport employers
  • DBS (criminal background check) if requested by clients

Proof of Address

National Insurance (NI) Number

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Optional but Useful Extras

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  • Category C – for Class 2 (rigid vehicles)
  • Category C+E – for Class 1 (articulated vehicles)
Required for all applicants:
📌 Tip: Make sure it shows your full legal name and current UK address.
While not mandatory, the following certifications can boost your chances of getting specialised or higher-paid HGV roles:
  • UK/EU Passport, or
  • Biometric Residence Permit (BRP), or
  • Share code from the Home Office (for non-UK nationals)
  • Utility bill
  • Council tax statement
  • Bank statement
  • Tenancy agreement
  • On your payslip
  • In your HMRC app/account
  • Or request a letter from HMRC
  • Complete 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years
  • Keep your CPC card (DQC) with you when working
📚 Gov.uk: Driving licence categories
📚 Gov.uk: Driver CPC
📚 Gov.uk: Apply for a tachograph card
📚 Gov.uk: Prove right to work
📚 Gov.uk: Find your NI number
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