Non-Franchised Public Bus The role of NFBs is to supplement the mass carriers. The supplementary role of NFBs include: (a) relieving heavy demand on the franchised bus and green minibus services primarily during the peak hours; and (b) filling gaps of passenger demand which cannot be met viably by the regular public transport services. Based on the above criteria, NFBs are to provide tailor-made service to specific groups of passengers. As at 31 Dec 2024, there were 6,835 registered non-franchised public buses in the territory. In 2024, the overall utilisation rate of NFBs is about 72.3%.   No. of Registered Non-franchised Public Bus (76 KB)

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Brief description of NFPB services (B01 – B04)

Application for Passenger Service Licence (PSL) for NFB services - Private Bus Service

Applicant for operating a private bus service should fill in the form "Application for A Passenger Service Licence - Private Bus Service" (TD246B) or "Application for Passenger Service Licence Certificate(s) - Private Bus Service" (TD247B)(for existing Passenger Service Licence holder). The applicant should submit the completed application form together with supporting documents as specified in the "Notes for Attention" of the application forms.

Conditions for the Operation of Private Bus Service  (8KB)