Bolt Kenya Requirements for Drivers and Riders: Complete Guide

As Taxify rebrands to Bolt with the intention of getting its roots deeper in the Kenyan market, several drivers who have expressed an interest in joining the platform are uncertain about the requirements. Fortunately, Bolt Kenya requirements and sign up process is quite easy to hack.

Major towns in Kenya have greatly developed since the launch of the 2010 Constitution, which brought about devolution. While job opportunities expand across the country following this initiative, the resultant economic effect and new administrative units have necessitated the introduction of convenient and affordable means of transport. Bolt has taken full advantage of this noble opportunity to meet the huge demand.

Bolt is a universal transportation service that uses the same online model like Uber or Little Cab. People can use the Bolt app to ask for a taxi or a personal driver through their cell phones wherever they are. While it was previously available only in major towns such as Nairobi and Mombasa, Bolt, formerly Taxify, is hoping to boost its success by expanding its geographical reach to other towns such as Thika, Kisumu, and Kakamega.

Bolt manages fleets and current taxi organization drivers. To become a Bolt driver, you ought to work with an organization or association, affiliation or an armada. Thanks to the lower commission rates, the drivers have a chance to earn more. You must meet the accompanying fundamental Bolt Kenya requirements to be accepted as a Bolt driver.

Bolt Kenya requirements for drivers

If you want to be considered as a Bolt driveryou must present the following documents and meet certain conditions.

• Provide a clear picture of the vehicle.
• Passport-size photo
• Have a legitimate National ID or Passport
• An Android or iPhone Smartphone with GPS
• Police Clearance Certificate
• PSV insurance sticker
• NTSA report/sticker
• Driver’s normal driving license
• Driver’s PSV driving license
• The vehicle's Logbook

Bolt transport platform focuses on ensuring faster, easier, and more reliable urban travel in and outside Kenya. Being an international organization, it is crucial to adhere to Bolt Kenya driver requirements to protect its reputation.

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Cars accepted by Bolt Kenya

There are specific requirements for cars accepted by Bolt Kenya that you should know before registering your vehicle on the platform. The vehicle year of manufacture must be:

• From 2009 onwards in Nairobi
• From 2008 onwards in Mount Kenya area, Kakamega, and Kisumu
• From 2007 onwards in Mombasa

Bolt Kenya also accepts Boda Boda drivers in case you want to operate your motorcycle on this platform.