Requirements for Bolt Taxi Drivers
Taxi License Overview
Every Bolt Taxi driver in Cyprus must have a Taxi License issued by the relevant authority. Learn how to get your license and start driving professionally.
Taxi License required for all Bolt Taxi drivers
Issued by the Department of Road Transport
Follows Law 80(I)/2011
Step-by-Step Guide
How to Become a Taxi Driver in Cyprus
To become a professional taxi driver (Category T) in Cyprus, you must meet several requirements and provide specific documents. Follow these steps to complete your application.
Age: 21–70 years old
Hold a Category B driver’s license for at least 2 years
Criminal Record Certificate required
Physical Fitness Certificate from a registered doctor (if over 60, from a government medical board)
Professional Driver Training Certificate (after passing written exams)
Not receiving public assistance for health reasons (signed declaration)
Submit 3 photos for first issue, 2 for renewal
Legal Requirement for Taxi Vehicles
What is a Taxi Medallion?
To operate a vehicle as a taxi in Cyprus, it must be linked to a Medallion—a certificate issued by local authorities with a unique identification number. Medallions are limited and allocated per city. You can acquire a Medallion by renting or purchasing one. Each Medallion can only be linked to one vehicle at a time.
Medallion is a certificate with a unique ID
Issued by local authorities
Number of Medallions is limited and city-specific
Can be rented or purchased
Only one vehicle per Medallion
Registration Process
How to Link a Medallion to Your Vehicle
Once you have obtained a Medallion, visit the Citizen Service Center to register your vehicle as a taxi and officially link the Medallion to your car.
Visit the Citizen Service Center
Register your vehicle as a taxi
Officially link the Medallion to your car
Vehicle Requirements
Steps to Complete the Car Application
Follow these steps to ensure your vehicle is ready for taxi operation in Cyprus:
Have a car and title deed under the driver’s name
Link the Medallion with the driver’s car
Validate the taximeter is working and set to latest fares
Pass the Road Transport Department vehicle check
Obtain car insurance from the Motor Insurers’ Fund
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