F.A.Q. Milan Taxi License
Are you interested in the taxi driver profession but still have some doubts ?
You will find the answer to many of your questions here, but if you are interested in learning more, we will be happy to answer your questions!
How much does a cab license cost in Milan ?
The cost of a cab license, whether in Milan or any other Italian municipality, is often highly fluctuating and influenced by market trends, demand and demand, historical periods, and how much the municipality in question can "produce" rides for the taxi driver by attracting tourism and business travel.
What are the personal requirements to become a taxi driver ?
The main requirements for becoming a taxi driver are as follows:
- To have been at least 21 years old;
- Have Italian citizenship, or even the citizenship of another state; part of the European Union
- Having fulfilled compulsory education;
- Have no final convictions for prison sentences, except in case of rehabilitation or amnesty;
- Not hold, as holder, any other cab license or other administrative authorization or concession;
- Do not carry out, on a regular basis, other work activity.
Why does a cab license cost more in Milan than in other cities ?
The cab license is granted by the municipality and allows you to work in the same, which is why cab licenses on large population centers, such as Milan, are highly coveted compared to licenses in small municipalities.
Cities like Milan are able to attract millions and millions of people every year thanks to tourism, events, business: this makes it a very attractive city for those who approach the taxi driver's profession.
Can I use a family helper to drive the cab ?
Every cab license holder has the option of using a family partnership.
Persons who can cooperate are, in addition to spouse, children, and parents, relatives within the third degree.
This collaboration can take place either on a single tern or on an additional shift.
How much is one kilometer traveled by cab ?
For the customer, every single kilometer traveled by cab costs about €1.80 on the city of Milan.
This is an approximate cost, since, as is well known, the fare is always evident throughout the ride, and is visible on the meter installed on board the cab.
The approximate cost is useful for the user to understand how much his or her ride may cost taking into consideration the route to be taken, the waiting time, and the initial click of the meter.
Can I sell my cab license ?
A cab license can be sold by a cab license holder provided he or she has held it for at least 5 years; in fact, it is forbidden to sell one's cab license before this time period has passed.
Is it possible to purchase the license together with the car used as a cab ?
It is not uncommon to also include the car used as a Taxi within the transfer of the license.
If I need administrative support, how can I do it ?
Our administrative offices are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to help you with issues related to the purchase or sale of a license or other administrative problems.