Bolt, which was formerly known as Taxify, is one of the most popular ridesharing platforms in Ghana. We recently covered all the ride-hailing services in Africa and bolt was among the most popular ones.
It is also the direct rival to Uber, which is also very popular in Ghana. Together, these two companies own more than 50% of the ridesharing industry in Ghana.
The other ridesharing companies operating in Ghana are not well known and as such, not much is heard about them.Â
Since Uber and Bolt control the ridesharing market, almost all vehicle owners who feel like making some extra money with their vehicles end up registering for one of these two companies.
Due to this, we have decided to share with you guys the process through which you can register as a driver for Bolt.
If you look through our website, you will see that we already have an article that takes you through the needed processes when you apply as a driver for Uber.
So today, we will be looking at that of Bolt.Â
Let us now get underway.
If you have your car and a lot of free time on your hands and you like to make money as well, you might be thinking about how to make that extra money.
What Is Bolt?
It is a ride-hailing company based in Estonia that was set up in 2013 by a man known as Markus Villig. It now operates in more than 30 countries in the world with Ghana included.
How It Works In Ghana
Just like Uber, the company uses an app that can be downloaded from the play store or app store. You then register on the app and begin hailing rides when you need them.
The company works with drivers who own their vehicles. The company’s main role is to connect the passengers to the drivers who will then pick them up and send them to their destination. All a passenger has to do is to use the app to call for a ride.
Registering With Bolt As A Driver
There are some requirements that you must meet before you can drive for Bolt.
- Must be 25 years or older
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must own a vehicle that meets requirements
- Must an android or apple phone with GPS capability
- Must have no criminal record
Vehicle Requirements
Your vehicle must meet these requirements.
- Must be a 2005 model or newer
- Must have air-con
- Must be a private car
- Must have a valid third party
- A road-worthiness certificate
- A complete vehicle registration
Documents For Registration
Here are the kinds of documents that you will need for the registration process when you go there.
- Valid driver license
- A third-party comprehensive insurance policy
- Road-worthiness certificate sticker
- A front-facing profile picture that is clear (sunglasses not allowed)
How To Register As A Bolt Driver
- You register through the Bolt sign-up portal which is partners. Taxify. EU
- Enter your email address and then your phone number as well as your city
- Input your details
- Input your diverse license number
- Upload all documents that are required together with expiry dates
- Fill in the payment details as to where you will want to receive your payments
- Choose ‘person’ as the billing type
- Use your name as a mobile money wallet name
- Mobile money number. Start with 233
- Input network provider as mobile money network
After this, you will have to wait until all your information has been processed and your application approved. Bolt will also get back to you if something was missing from your application.
Centers For Driver Activation
- FameSafe consult- located at Apenebea house, adjacent Everpure factory in Tema Light industrial area
Operates from Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm
- PureRelations- located at Ashalebotwe school junction.
Operates everyday
- Legacy internet café- located at Madina Rawlings circle
Operates everyday
- Andor consult- located at Dome Vulcanizer
Operates from Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm
Bolt Training Offices In Ghana
After the registration is complete, you will be required to join a training program at Bolt offices. Here are the office locations in the country.
- In Kumasi- located at Hse no.9 Dr. F.A Jantuah street behind the Kumasi mall.Â
- In Accra- located at Kofi Dzata street, Odel heights in Dworwulu, Accra, Ghana.
- Training takes place from Monday to Friday from 11 am to 3 pm
- Takoradi office- located on the 2nd floor, Sekondi youth center, Kwamina Anaesi Boulevard, Takoradi Ghana.
Activating account
After completing registration and training sessions, a profile will then be created for you by Bolt. You will log in with the credentials that will be given to you. You will then have to make your first trip within two days to fully activate the profile.
How You will be paid
Your pay, as well as bonuses, will all be paid to you in the first half of the week. Using mobile money is always advisable for faster payments.
Conclusion
So there you have it. if you want to be driving for Bolt, the processes above can get you there
