(b)02 Taksi(/b) operates nationwide 24/7 through a mobile app and phone service. The platform processes over 500,000 bookings per year and partners with over 50 trusted local taxi companies.
One of the main ways to join is through #SnapCab, where you set up your own company and connect to the 02 Taksi order system.
(img=aduploads/taksi-02taksi.jpg)Taksi Helsinki Finland(/img)
(h1)New Driver Application Requirements(/h1)
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(b)a) Class B Driver’s License:(/b)
You must have a valid Class B driving license issued in Finland or an EU/EEA country and have held it for at least 12 consecutive months.
(b)b) Driving and Health Eligibility:(/b)
You must not be under a driving ban
You need a valid medical certificate that meets Finnish Group 2 driving health requirements. If you're over 68, extended certification may be required.
(b)c) Clean Criminal and Fine Record:(/b)
You must not have disqualifying entries in your criminal or penalty records. Background checks are performed before license approval.
(b)d) Taxi Driver’s Theoretical Exam:(/b)
You must pass a theoretical exam provided by Traficom. The exam includes 50 multiple-choice questions, and a passing score is 70% (35/50). The duration is 45 minutes max.
(b)e) Entrepreneurship and Taxi Business License:(/b)
You must establish a company (sole trader, limited company, etc.) and apply for a taxi transport operator’s license from #Traficom. If applying as a private person, a digital notification and payment (b) €60 (/b) is required.
Completion of a Taxi Entrepreneur Course (b) €374 + VAT (/b) is mandatory.
After the course, you must pass a business exam by Traficom and register (b) €18 (/b).
(h1)Step-by-Step Process To Use Taksi Finland(/h1)
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1. (b)Health Certificate:(/b)
Visit a doctor to get a medical certificate for Group 2 driving health standards. Over 68s may need an extended certificate.
2. (b)License Verification:(/b)
Your driving license must be Finnish or from an accepted EU/EEA country. If not, it must be converted at Ajovarma.
3. (b)Taxi Driver Exam:(/b)
Book the #theory exam through Ajovarma, study using official materials. You must score at least 70% to pass.
4. (b)Entrepreneur Course and Exam:(/b)
Attend the 21-hour Taxi Entrepreneur Course, then take the Traficom entrepreneur exam.
Combined cost is around €470–650 including VAT and registration fees.
5. (b)Company Registration:(/b)
Register your company through the (url=https://www.ytj.fi/en/)Finnish Business Information System(/url) (YTJ).
A business ID (Y-tunnus) is required. Costs vary (b) €60 depending on the business type (/b).
6. (b)Taxi Transport License:(/b)
Submit your business license notification via Traficom’s online portal. Processing takes about 3 weeks and costs (b) €60 (/b) .
7. (b)Vehicle and Taxi Equipment(/b)
Acquire a vehicle that meets Finnish taxi requirements, including taxi roof light, commercial insurance, and appropriate registration.
Fully electric cars are eligible for green or premium categories on the SnapCab app.
8. (b)Register with SnapCab:(/b)
Go to (url=https://www.snapcab.fi)(http://www.snapcab.fi)(/url) and create an account. Enter your business details, vehicle information, driver documents, and pricing. Download the SnapCab driver app and set yourself to available.
(h1)New Driver Rules and Safety Guidelines(/h1)
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(li) Always confirm the order details, customer name, and whether the ride is prepaid before starting the trip (/li)
(li) If the customer paid through the app, do not accept cash or personal contact information – just complete the trip and go (/li)
(li) In case of customer misconduct, remain calm and contact 02 Taksi support or call emergency services (b) 112 (/b) if needed (/li)
(li) Negative customer feedback may lead to suspension or removal from the network (/li)
(b)5. License Maintenance and Renewal(/b)
(li) The taxi driver’s license is valid for 5 years (2 years if over 68). Renewals require a new health certificate and may require reapplication (/li)
(li) The taxi transport operator’s license has a 10-year validity and requires an annual maintenance fee (b)€80 (/b) (/li)
(b)6. Estimated Costs(/b)
- Taxi Entrepreneur Course (21h) === €385 + VAT €470
- Business Exam + Registration === €120 + VAT €160 + €18
- Driver License Exam and Application === €130 + ~€50
- Company Registration === €70
- Taxi Business License Notification === €60
- Annual Maintenance Fee === €90
Estimated total startup cost: (b)€800–940(/b) depending on service providers and tax status.
(b)7. Language Skills and Professionalism(/b)
(li) Finnish language skills are essential. Customers and traffic systems operate in Finnish, and you must be able to communicate effectively(/li)
(li) Professional behavior is highly valued. Dress appropriately, remain courteous, and maintain good hygiene(/li)
(li) Familiarity with local geography and traffic rules is expected – #GPS navigation should not be your only guide(/li)
So, To Legally Join the 02 Taksi network in Finland as a driver, it involves acquiring a taxi driver license, completing an entrepreneur training course, registering a business, and applying for a transport license.
You’ll also need to equip your vehicle to meet legal standards and maintain a professional approach in service.
The total initial cost is around (b)€800–940(/b) and includes training, tests, licenses, and registrations.
(i)Fluency in Finnish and a strong customer service attitude are critical for success when applying as its a bonus for foreigners trying to work with 02 Taksi (/i)
