Driver requirements WA

• 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 Passenger Transport Driver Authorisation (PTD-A)

• Be listed as the insured driver on the insurance

Vehicle Requirements WA

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 10 years

• have a minimum of 4 doors

• seat a minimum of 4 passengers

• seat a maximum of 6 passengers

• not be an ex-taxi

• be registered in WA and covered by 3F Motor Injury Insurance (MII)

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

• be registered for Passenger Transport Vehicle Authorisation (PTV-A)

Document Requirements

• 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.

• WA 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 WA for a minimum period of 12 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.

• Passenger Transport Driver Authorisation (PTD-A)

  A PTD authorisation is an annual authorisation that permits a person to drive a vehicle for hire or reward. You will need to submit a PTD authorisation along with your application. 

  For more information about the PTD-A, please head to the

   

  WA Department of Transport

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• Passenger Transport Vehicle Authorisation (PTV-A)

  A PTV authorisation is an authorisation to operate a vehicle to provide a passenger transport service. You will need to submit a Passenger Transport Vehicle (PTV) authorisation in the category of On-demand Charter vehicle (OD-C).  For more information about the PTV-A, please head to the WA Department of Transport.

• 3F Motor Injury Insurance (MII)

  Motor Injury Insurance is an expanded insurance cover that provides treatment, care and support if you are catastrophically injured in a vehicle crash, irrespective of whether another driver is found at fault in the crash. You must ensure that your vehicle has the correct class of MII recorded against its registration (class 3(f)). 

• Declare Your Vehicle Insurance

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

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!

Signage Requirements

Western Australia The sticker must be displayed on the rear window of the vehicle on the passenger’s side. If this is not practical, then the sticker must be displayed in a position on the vehicle that is clearly visible from the rear of the vehicle while it is operating. More information can be found https://www.transport.wa.gov.au/On-demandTransport/passenger-transport-vehicle-equipment-and-modifications.asp 

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.