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 Vermont.
To apply to drive in Vermont, 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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- What you need to drive with Lyft in Vermont
- Vermont driver regulations
- Hourly driver mode limits
- Zero-Tolerance policy
- Report emergencies or complaints to Lyft
- Divulgaciones adicionales
- Best practices
- Know your insurance
- Moving to or from Vermont
What you need to drive with Lyft in Vermont
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 or Driver Dashboard to upload your documents.
Vehicle requirements
- 2009 or newer
- 4 doors
- 5-8 seats, including the driver's
- Not on the list of ineligible subcompact vehicles
- Not a taxi or stretch limousine
- Not titled as salvage, non-repairable, rebuilt or any other equivalent classification
See if your car qualifies for Lyft Lux or Lyft Lux Black to earn more on each ride.
In select cities, you can rent a car through Express Drive with standard insurance included.
Driver requirements
- Valid driver’s license — Temporary or out-of-state licenses are also acceptable
- 21 or older
- Pass a driver screening, which reviews your driving history and criminal background check. Learn more about driver screenings.
Any smartphone that can download and run the Lyft Driver app. See phone software recommendations.
Document requirements
- Driver profile photo: Learn how to take the best photo
- Vehicle registration
- Personal vehicle insurance
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 Dashboard. While waiting for it to arrive, you may print a temporary emblem.
Vermont driver regulations
Be sure to follow these rules when giving rides in Iowa, and keep an eye on your email for important updates from Lyft.
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- Hourly driver mode limits
- Zero-Tolerance policy
- Report emergencies or complaints to Lyft
- Divulgaciones adicionales
- Best practices
Hourly driver mode limits
In addition to Lyft's mandatory break requirement, Vermont regulations require that drivers spend no more than 12 hours operating a vehicle within a 24-hour period.
Zero-Tolerance policy
We have a strict zero tolerance policy for drivers — more info here. If you have any inquiries regarding the zero tolerance policy, let us know.
Report emergencies or complaints to Lyft
If you experience an accident, an issue which threatens your personal safety, or receive a citation, make sure to take the appropriate steps to protect yourself and get to a safe place. If necessary, call the authorities by dialing 911 or your local non-emergency assistance line, and then call our Critical Response Line by clicking the "Call Me" button on this page. We're available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Además de reportar alguna preocupación o problema directamente a Lyft aquí, los pasajeros también pueden registrar una queja o preocupación contactando a la Oficina de Administración de Taxis de Burlington mediante e-mail a abryce@burlingtonvt.gov o llamando al 802-865-7011
Additional disclosures
- You can access Lyft’s Certificates of Insurance, including specific coverage here.
- Dependiendo de los términos, es posible que tu seguro personal te no proporcione cobertura mientras tienes tu sesión abierta en la app o si estás en medio de un viaje previamente acordado
- Debes notificar a tu proveedor de seguro personal o a cualquier acreedor prendario que usarás tu vehículo para ofrecer servicios de compañía de red de transporte (TNC)
- Si el vehículo que utilizas para hacer viajes en Lyft está sujeto a un derecho prendario, el uso del vehículo para servicios empresariales de redes de transportes podría representar una infracción a los términos de tu contrato con el acreedor prendario
- Si el asegurador de Lyft realiza un pago por una reclamación cubierta bajo una cobertura integral o cobertura para colisiones, el asegurador de Lyft emitirá el pago directamente al negocio que repara el vehículo personal o, de manera conjunta, al propietario del vehículo personal y al acreedor prendario primario del vehículo personal cubierto
Prior to providing TNC services, you shall review our Zero-Tolerance policy, Anti-Discrimination policy, Service Animal policy, and Wheelchair policy.
Best practices
- Display all required emblems and placards
- Always have your driver’s license and insurance document
- Follow all airport rules
- Don't accept street hails
- Don't accept cash for rides
- Don't wait in taxi lines
Know your insurance
- Review Lyft's insurance policy here.
- Consulta tu seguro en la app: “Configuración > Auto > Seguro de Lyft”
Moving to or from Vermont
If you're already a driver in a different state, and you're moving to Vermont, send us a message with the following info:
- La fecha de tu mudanza
- Tu nueva dirección postal
- Una imagen clara del registro del vehículo*
*Si ya cargaste el registro de tu vehículo cuando te hiciste conductor, no tienes que volver a hacerlo.
Ten en cuenta que tu vehículo deberá ser un modelo del 2009 o más reciente para reunir los requisitos para manejar con Lyft en Vermont.
Moving from Vermont to a different state? Find your new market here to see what steps you’ll need to take.