How to Register as a Cab Driver in Kenya

Kenya has a growing taxi and ride-hailing industry, providing opportunities for drivers to earn income across the country.

Platforms such as Uber, Bolt, FARAS, Little Cab, and Yego Ride have made it easier for Kenyans to register as drivers and connect with passengers through mobile apps.

With increasing demand for reliable taxi services in cities like Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu, many Kenyans are looking to become registered cab drivers.

Each platform has specific requirements, from valid licenses to vehicle standards and document verification.

This guide explains the step-by-step process for registering as a cab driver in Kenya, covering all platforms, the required documents, and the steps to start driving legally and earning through these services.

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Uber Driver Registration in Kenya

Registration Steps and Requirements:

1. Visit the Uber Kenya driver portal to create your account and provide basic personal details
2. Upload Your Documents required, which include the following:

• National identity card (must be over 24 years old)
• PSV driving license
• Safety screening (for Nairobi and Mombasa)
• Certification session
• Driver profile photo (forward-facing, centered, well-lit, full face and shoulders, no sunglasses, not a printed photo)
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) report
• Aesthetic report

Your car must be in excellent working and physical condition to meet Uber standards in Kenya. Eligible vehicles can receive Chapchap, Comfort, or UberXXL trips.

Once all documents are verified and your vehicle approved, your account is activated, and you can start accepting rides through the Uber Driver app.

Bolt Driver Registration in Kenya

To be a bolt driver, one must be 21 or older with a valid driver’s license held for at least two years and a clean criminal record

1. Download the Bolt Driver app from the Google Play Store or the App Store.
2. Submit your National ID, a valid driving license, a PSV badge, a vehicle logbook, and insurance.
3. Bolt reviews your documents and confirms approval via SMS and email.
4. Vehicle Option: If you don’t own a car, Bolt connects you to rental partners.
5. Download the driver app after verification and start accepting rides.

FARAS Driver Registration in Kenya

Registration Steps and Requirements

1. Visit the Faras Website or download the FARAS Driver app from Google Play or App Store
2. Upload your National ID, valid driving license, vehicle registration, and insurance.
3. Wait for FARAS to confirm approval via email and SMS.
4. Ensure your car meets FARAS standards.
5. Use the FARAS driver app to receive ride requests once approved.

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Little Cab Driver Registration in Kenya

Registration Steps and Requirements:

1. App Registration: Download the Little Cab Driver app from the Google Play Store or Apple Store, or register via the official portal.
2. Submit your National ID, PSV license, vehicle logbook, and insurance.
3. Little Cab reviews documents and confirms approval via SMS and email.
4. Complete any required onboarding/training online or at designated branches.
5. After approval, begin taking passengers’ requests.

Yego Ride Driver Registration in Kenya

Registration Steps and Requirements:

1. Download the Yego Driver app from the Google Play Store or the App Store.
2. Submit Kenyan ID, KRA PIN, a valid Class B driving license, a PSV certificate, a police clearance, and vehicle documents.
3. Wait for Yego to review and confirm via SMS/email.
4. Office Visit and Training: Visit Fedha Plaza, Westlands, Nairobi, or branches in Mombasa (Amal Plaza) or Eldoret (Daima Towers) for training and orientation.
5. Ensure your car passes inspection before joining the platform.