Driver requirements SA

• Have a smartphone, mobile number and email address

• Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or otherwise have the right to work in Australia

• Have held an unrestricted Australian driver licence for at least 12 months

• Have an ABN and be GST-registered

• Hold a current Driver Accreditation

• Hold a valid Operator Accreditation

• Be listed as the insured driver on the insurance

Vehicle Requirements SA

Vehicles must meet the state government’s requirements and must be in great condition, free of any damage and decals. The vehicle must:

• be no more than 8 years

• have a minimum of 4 doors

• seat a minimum of 4 passengers

• seat a maximum of 6 passengers

• not be an ex-taxi

• pass a vehicle inspection in the past 12 months

• be covered under a current Upgraded CTP insurance (class: 48, 98, 7, 58)

• be covered under a current third-party or comprehensive insurance

Document Requirements

Please allow up to 3 business days for us to review your application. Once your application is approved, we will activate your account and you can start earning!

• Profile Picture

  You will need to submit a clear photo of yourself (in JPG, JPEG, PNG format, at least 200 x 200 pixels). The photo you submit will be displayed as your profile picture for riders to verify you.

• SA Driver’s Licence

  You will need to submit a copy of your current driver licence. You must have held a full, unrestricted driver’s licence (or Temporary Driver’s Licence Receipt) in SA for a minimum period of 6 months.

• Proof of ID

  You will need to provide an alternative ID (other than your driver licence), such as a valid passport, Immi card, Australian or NZ birth certificate or citizenship certificate.

• Driver Accreditation (DA)

  You will need to submit a current Driver Accreditation certificate. For more information about the DA, all the steps involved and all relevant forms, please

   

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• Operator Accreditation (OA)

  You will need to submit a current Operator Accreditation certificate. An operator accreditation is required by any person responsible for the operation of rideshare services in South Australia. 

  For more information about the OA, all the steps involved and all relevant forms, please visit click here.

• Vehicle Insurance

  You will need to submit proof that your vehicle is appropriately insured. Your vehicle must have a current third-party damage or comprehensive insurance cover, on which you should be listed as an insured driver.

• CTP Upgrade

  You will need to upgrade your compulsory third party insurance to the correct insurance class (class 48, 98, 7 and 58) and you will need to submit proof of that.

• Vehicle Inspection

  Your vehicle must be inspected at an approved inspection station on an annual basis and you will need to submit proof of the inspection results. There are two available locations across Adelaide. For further details on vehicle inspection or to book an inspection directly, please

   

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Signage Requirements

South Australia The sticker must be displayed on the rear windscreen on the driver’s side. Please note that you also need to display the vehicle inspection sticker on the front windscreen on the passenger’s side. More information can be found https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/driving-and-transport/industry-services/taxi-and-passenger-transport/vehicle-standards-and-signage  

After your registration is approved, you will receive 2 x self-adhesive DiDi Stickers by post. Most states and territories’ regulations require that you display signs indicating that the vehicle is being used to provide passenger services. Penalties may apply if you do not comply with such requirements. For more information in relation to signage, please visit the link below or contact your state or territory’s regulatory authority. DisclaimerAll information contained on this page has been compiled for your information only. Nothing on this page is intended to constitute and should be relied upon as legal advice. Whilst all information contained herein has been prepared with care, DiDi does not make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy or currency of the information provided and does not accept any responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions. You should conduct your own inquiries as to the accuracy of the information provided.