Why become a Bolt Black Cab driver?
Whether you want to drive for a few hours occasionally or earn money more frequently, with Bolt, you can fit driving around your schedule.
Drive and earn when you like
Earn part-time income as a taxi driver in the UK during evenings and weekends, or make more money by driving more frequently. It’s up to you.
Get access to new customers
Drive with Bolt and receive ride requests from 4 million UK users, plus millions more who visit from overseas.
Easy-to-use app with weekly payouts
You'll earn the full metered fare. Weekly payouts are made directly to your bank account.
Get started online
1. Sign up as a Bolt Black Cab driver online
Submit your contact details. We'll email you with the next steps.
Apply to drive2. Upload your documents
Check the requirements.
3. Download the Bolt driver app, start driving, and join the Bolt driver referral programme
Refer a taxi driver in London, and once they’re activated and complete 25 trips within 14 days, you’ll both get a £200 bonus.
NB: This is a limited-time offer. Visit the Bolt driver app on your smart device – iOS or Android for more information, including full offer terms. T&Cs apply.
How the Bolt Driver app works
- Accept a ride requestThe Bolt Driver app will automatically find passengers for you.
- Pick up your passengerThe app will guide you to your passenger’s location. Once there, pick them up.
- Drive to their destinationFollow the directions and swipe to end the trip when you get there.
- Repeat to earn more moneyKeep driving and earning or go offline — you’re always in full control of your schedule.
Frequently asked questions from taxi drivers
Ready to give Bolt a try?
