TX Quality Mark (TX-keur) Application Guide

Learn how to apply for the TX-keur quality mark as a Dutch taxi driver, including all steps, costs, and required documents.

About TX-keur

TX-keur: Dutch Taxi Quality Mark

The TX-keur certificate is a quality mark for Dutch taxi companies, drivers, vehicles, and services. It assesses safety, customer service, punctuality, and more. The certificate is issued by the TX-keur Foundation.
Assesses safety, service, and punctuality
Issued by the TX-keur Foundation
Visit the TX-keur website
Step 1

Go Through the TX-keur Checklist

Begin your TX-keur application by reviewing the official checklist to ensure you meet all requirements.
Go through the checklist
Step 2

Request Payment Behavior Statement

Request a Payment Behavior Statement from the Dutch Tax Authorities.
Request from Tax Authorities
Step 3

Create an Account at TX-keur Academy

Request login details for TX-Keur Academy — you will receive your credentials within 24 hours
TX-keur Academy
Step 4

Complete the TX Refresher Course, 2026

Complete the free, mandatory annual TX-Keur refresher training.
TX Refresher Course
Step 5

Take out passenger insurance

Take out additional cover for all your passengers. You can choose between passenger accident insurance or passenger damage insurance. Takes about 1 day.
Step 6

Take out business liability insurance

Obtain business liability insurance for your taxi. This step typically takes 1 day.

Aansprakelijkheidsverzekering voor bedrijven in dutch (AvB) (business liability insurance)

Step 7

Levensreddend Handelen (LrH)

This course is delivered on the course day itself — drivers do not need to arrange it separately in advance.
Step 8

Make an Appointment at IIVN

IIVN will send you the invoice / payment link → after payment the driver you are registered on the IIVN portal → when you are registered you will receive a URL to upload your documents.

Schedule a time here
Step 9

Complete the Inspection Day

The inspection day, including the course, usually takes around 4 hours. Please make sure to come prepared and have all the required documents ready.

If you have already requested any of the required documents from the relevant authorities but have not received them yet, please contact Customer Support in advance to check whether you can still attend the certification day.

Next Steps

Received the TX quality mark?

Once you have received your TX-keur quality mark, upload your certificate to complete your registration.
Checklist

Inspection Checklist Overview

Before your TX-keur inspection, ensure you have all required documents and items ready. This helps your application process go smoothly.

Upload in advance

Chamber of Commerce extract
Tax compliance statement
Taxi operator licence
Business liability insurance (AVB)
WAM motor insurance
Passenger cover
TX refresher certificate 2026
Life-Saving First Aid certificate
Documentation

Required General Documents

Gather these general documents. Each must be no older than 4 months.
Chamber of Commerce extract (max. 4 months old)
Declaration regarding payment behaviour from the Tax Authorities (max. 4 months old)
Copy of valid Taxi Transport permit (max. 4 months old)
Vehicle Documentation

Required Vehicle Documents

Prepare the following documents for each vehicle in your fleet.
Current fleet overview (type, license plate, year of manufacture, equipment, mileage)
Maintenance file per vehicle (date, work done, company name or technician)
Insurance

Required Insurance Documents

Make sure you have valid insurance documents and proof of payment.
Business liability insurance (minimum coverage €1,000,000) + proof of payment
Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance + proof of payment
Passenger accident insurance
Minimum coverage €10,000 in case of death
Minimum coverage €30,000 in case of permanent disability
Certificates

Required Certificates

The following certificates must be up to date and valid.
Valid driver’s license
Valid driver card
Certificate of life-saving action
TX Refresher course certificate
In-Car Requirements

Items to Keep in the Car

These items must always be present in your taxi during operation.
Valid registration certificate
European accident report form
P-number (copy of permit, tariff, or tracking card)
First aid kit
Blue license plates
Valid green card

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