Transport License in EU
Obtain Your EU Transport License Community Licence under Regulation (EC) No 1072/2009 with confidence from 30 days with us.
ADVANTAGES
European Operations
Fast Authorization Process
Low Capital Requirement
Granted for 10 years
Who Needs a Transport License?
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EU-based freight companies operating internationally
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Non-EU operators looking to access the EU market
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Companies with own-account transport activities
You are allowed to operate from EU to Non-EU countries, if these countries does not have any authorisation requirements.
A Community licence under Regulation (EC) No 1072/2009 entitles road haulage operators established in an EU Member State to carry goods for hire or reward within the entire EU/EEA (including Switzerland).
The consolidated Regulation (including amendments from Regulation 2020/1055 effective from 21 February 2022) governs access to the international road freight market across EU territory.
REQUIREMENTS
Requirements for Licence Applicants and Carriers
A carrier is a person registered in the commercial or non-profit register and holding a Community licence under the Road Transport Act.
Licence applicants and carriers must:
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Meet the requirements of Article 3(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1071/2009 and Article 7 of the Road Transport Act
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Be registered in the commercial or non-profit register
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Provide the address of their establishment in the relevant jurisdiction where the documents under Article 5(a) of Regulation (EC) No 1071/2009 are kept
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Ensure applicants, carriers, and Chief Executives are of good repute
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Appoint at least one transport manager who is of good repute and occupationally competent; replace them if changed
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Have at least one goods vehicle within six months of obtaining the licence and hold a certified true copy of the licence
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Have no significant tax arrears and not be bankrupt
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Confirm possession of necessary technical equipment and premises for transport management
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Ensure vehicles used in international transport return to an operational centre in the relevant jurisdiction at least every eight weeks
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Pay the applicable service fee to the regulator
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Ensure drivers comply with transport regulations and hold required professional or ADR training certificates
PROCEDURE
Operating freight transport across EU borders requires a Community Licence under Regulation (EC) No 1072/2009. Whether you’re expanding your logistics business or starting a new venture, securing the right authorisation is essential to avoid penalties, delays, or impoundments.
At NUR Legal, we simplify the legal and administrative burdens, guiding you from application to approval.
To obtain a licence, the following must be submitted:
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Completed application form
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Name and personal ID code (or date of birth) and contact details of the Chief Executive
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Document confirming appointment of the transport manager if exists
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The labor agreement with the transport manager if exists
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Proof of the transport manager’s occupational competence
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If the transport manager is appointed under an employment or service contract (per Article 4(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1071/2009), the designation document must include or be accompanied by contract type, parties, date, and duration
Processing of Application
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Applications are processed within 30 calendar days. Decisions are sent by email or post. A licence is not granted automatically if no decision is made in time.
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The Community licence is issued on paper to the legal representative or an authorised person.
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If the application is incomplete, the applicant is given time to correct it. Processing is paused until deficiencies are fixed.
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Licences are valid for 10 years (or shorter upon request). To renew, a new application must be submitted at least 30 days before expiry.
Changes to Licence Conditions
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Changes (e.g. transport manager, contact details) must be reported in writing within 28 days.
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If licence details (e.g. name or address) change, a new Community licence must be applied for.
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In case of loss, theft, destruction, or change of address, a replacement licence may be issued. Validity is limited to the term of the original.
Suspension or Termination
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Operators may request suspension, revocation, or termination of economic activities by submitting a written request.
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Grounds in Article 13(3) of Regulation (EC) No 1071/2009 or related provisions apply
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The carrier, transport manager, or drivers have repeated serious infringements not cleared from the Criminal Records Database
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A precept was issued and deficiencies were not corrected
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There are multiple penalties for violations of driving/rest time or Traffic Act sections 261'6–261'9
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Legal grounds under EU or national law apply
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Deficiencies identified in a precept or inspection remain uncorrected
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Repeated serious infringements or obstruction of supervision occurred and are recorded in the Criminal Records Database
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The licence was not collected within 6 months or no vehicle was registered within that period as required
OUR SERVICES
At NUR Legal, we support your full licence journey:
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Legal assessment of your eligibility under EU and national regulations.
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Preparation of application and supporting documentation for both licence and operator authorisation.
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Assistance in demonstrating financial capacity, good repute, and CPC qualification.
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Liaison with national authorities to ensure accurate timing and submission.
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Guidance on cabotage rules and driver attestations for non‑EU staff.
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Ongoing compliance monitoring and assistance in case of enforcement or appeals.
