Getting Started
How to Register as a Bolt Driver
You can register as a self-employed driver or start driving under a fleet company. Before you begin, make sure you have a valid email address, a reachable mobile phone number, and clear photos of all required documents.
Register as a self-employed driver
Drive under a fleet company
What You Need
Driver Document Checklist
To complete your registration, please prepare and upload the following documents. Ensure all photos are clear and show both sides where required.
Valid Driver’s Licence (both sides)
Valid ID (both sides)
A clear selfie (no caps, sunglasses, or filters)
Light Passenger Transport Services Licence
Driver’s TAG (Permit)
VAT Certificate
Jobsplus Engagement Certificate
Police Conduct Certificate
Identification
National ID Card Requirements
We accept all EU and non-EU national ID cards that are still valid. Please upload clear images of both sides.
EU and non-EU ID cards accepted
Must be within validity period
Licensing
Driver’s Licence Requirements
We accept all EU driver’s licences that are still valid. Please upload clear images of both sides.
EU driver’s licences accepted
Must be within validity period
Chauffeur Licence
Driver’s Permit (TAG)
The Driver’s Permit (TAG) is mandatory in Malta for anyone working as a chauffeur for hire or reward. You can obtain this licence at Transport Malta headquarters or by applying online.
Mandatory for chauffeurs in Malta
Obtainable at Transport Malta or online
Employment Record
Jobsplus Engagement Certificate
The Engagement Certificate records the start of your employment and shows your employment history. Obtain this document from Jobsplus or apply online.
Official record of employment
Obtainable from Jobsplus or online
Certificate of Good Conduct
Police Conduct Certificate
Also known as the Certificate of Good Conduct, this document is issued by the Conduct Certificate Office (CCO).
Issued by the CCO
Required for all drivers
Tax Registration
VAT Certificate
Taxable individuals must register for VAT through the electronic VAT Online Services Portal of the Commissioner for Revenue of Malta. This applies to anyone engaging in economic activities, full-time or part-time.
Register via VAT Online Services Portal
Required for all economic activities
Operator Licence
Light Passenger Transport Services Licence (LPTS)
Required for vehicle owners, fleet partners, and self-employed drivers. The Operator Licence allows you to operate Light Passenger Transport Vehicles. Obtainable at Transport Malta headquarters or online.
Required for vehicle owners and self-employed drivers
Obtainable at Transport Malta or online
Photo Requirements
Driver’s Photo Guidelines
Your photo should be a clear, up-close selfie. Do not wear caps, sunglasses, or use filters. Avoid provocative or distorted images, and do not upload a photo of a photo.
Clear, up-close selfie
No caps, sunglasses, or filters
No provocative or distorted images
Vehicle Requirements
Vehicle Document Checklist
Prepare and upload the following documents for your vehicle. Ensure all documents are valid and photos are clear.
Licence Disk
Vehicle Registration Certificate (Logbook)
Light Passenger Transport Services (LPTS) Licence
Airport Sticker
Vehicle Photo (front and side, number plate visible)
Safety Kit (Warning Triangle, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit)
Vehicle Licence
Licence Disk
Every vehicle must have a valid licence disk, as required by the Motor Vehicles Registration and Licensing Act. Obtainable at Transport Malta headquarters or online.
Mandatory for all vehicles
Obtainable at Transport Malta or online
Vehicle Logbook
Vehicle Registration Certificate (Logbook)
The Vehicle Registration Certificate, also known as the logbook, is issued by Transport Malta.
Issued by Transport Malta
Required for all vehicles
Vehicle owners only
Light Passenger Transport Services
This is required for vehicle owners only. The Operator Licence allows the holder to operate Light Passenger Transport Vehicles.
This licence can be issued and obtained at TM - Transport Malta headquarters by submitting and application online.
Inner Lane Access
Airport Sticker
To register Y-plate vehicles for inner lane access, submit an application form at Malta International Airport’s Main Car Park Kiosk.
Required for Y-plate vehicles
Apply at Malta International Airport Main Car Park Kiosk
Vehicle Safety
Safety Kit Requirements
Your vehicle must be equipped with a safety kit, including a warning triangle, fire extinguisher, and first aid kit.
Warning Triangle
Fire Extinguisher
First Aid Kit
Photo Requirements
Vehicle Photo Guidelines
The vehicle photo must show the full vehicle from the front and side, with the number plate clearly visible.
Full vehicle (front and side)
Number plate must be visible
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