Connecticut Driver Information

This page provides information about vehicle, driver, and document requirements, state regulations, insurance coverage, and city-specific requirements, needed to drive with Lyft in the state of Connecticut.

To apply to drive in Connecticut, submit an application online or in the Lyft Driver app –– download it from the App Store (iOS) or the Google Play store. To be approved to drive, applicants must meet these requirements.

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1. What you need to drive with Lyft in Connecticut
2. 1. Vehicle requirements
   2. Driver requirements
   3. Document requirements
   4. Emblem requirements
3. Connecticut driver regulations
4. 1. Hourly driver mode limits
   2. Best practices
5. Know your insurance
6. Moving to or from Connecticut

What you need to drive with Lyft in Connecticut

Drivers are required to maintain current documents. Failing to update a required document before the expiration date results in temporary deactivation.

Use your Lyft Driver app to upload your documents. To add documents in the app, tap 'Account' in the main menu, then 'Documents.

Vehicle requirements

1. 2012 or newer
2. 4 doors
3. 5-8 seats, including the driver's
4. Not a taxi, stretch limousine, or non-Express Drive rental vehicle
5. Not titled as salvage, non-repairable, rebuilt or any other equivalent classification

See if your vehicle qualifies for premium ride types to earn more on each ride.

In select cities, you can rent a car through Express Drive with standard insurance included. Rental vehicles must be rented through the Express Drive program to be approved for use on the Lyft platform.

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Driver requirements

1. Valid driver’s license — Temporary or out-of-state licenses (except New York State) are also acceptable
2. 25 or older
3. Pass a driver screening, which reviews your driving history and criminal background check
4. 1. Learn more about driver screenings
5. Any smartphone that can download and run the Lyft Driver app
6. 1. See phone software recommendations

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Document requirements

1. Driver profile photo: Learn how to take the best photo
2. Vehicle registration
3. Personal vehicle insurance
4. 1. Driver name required on insurance document for Black vehicles

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Emblem requirements

Drivers are required to display the Lyft emblem while in driver mode. The Lyft emblem is Lyft’s official trade dress. It helps passengers and law enforcement identify your vehicle.

The Lyft emblem should be displayed in the lower corner of your windshield on the passenger side every time you enter driver mode. Make sure to remove the emblem when you are not in driver mode.

If you’ve just been approved to drive, you should receive your Lyft emblem shortly. If you didn't get one or need a new one, order one in your Lyft Driver app or Dashboard. While waiting for it to arrive, you may print a temporary emblem.

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Connecticut driver regulations

Be sure to follow these rules when giving rides in Connecticut, and keep an eye on your email for important updates from Lyft.

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1. Hourly driver mode limits
2. Best practices

Hourly driver mode limit

In Connecticut, Lyft’s standard time limit for driver mode applies.

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Best practices

1. Display all required emblems and placards
2. Always have your driver’s license and insurance document
3. Follow all airport rules
4. Don't accept street hails
5. Don't accept cash for rides
6. Don't wait in taxi lines

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Know your insurance

Review Lyft's coverage here

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Moving to or from Connecticut

If you're already a driver in a different state, and you're moving to Connecticut, send us a message with the following info:

1. The date you're moving
2. Your new shipping address
3. A clear photo of your vehicle registration*

*If you were already required to upload your vehicle registration when you became a driver, you do not need to send it in again.

Moving from Connecticut to a different state? Find your new market here to see what steps you'll need to take.

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