For several years, they have been facing competition from VTCs with several well-known companies such as Uber and Allocab. But the
taxi drivers of France have not said their last word and are promoting the interests of their profession. And in the jobthere are many disparities in terms of salary.
They regularly alert public opinion about those they accuse of taking bread from their mouths. It must be said that with the appearance of chauffeur-driven passenger vehicles, taxis have a lot to do. They denounce moreover often the practices that they judge unfair and sometimes even illegal from these new types of drivers. Because
the financial impact is not trivial for taxi companies.
It is easy to estimate the salary of an employee taxi
In France, according to estimates, most taxis are artisans. In fact, only 10% are
employees who work for specialized companies. And for these, it is easy to estimate their emoluments based on the figures available in the convention collective
national taxi service. The remuneration for a beginner driver who does not hold a professional card is at the level of SMIC.
With the revaluation from November 1, 2024, this now represents 1 801.80 euros gross per month, i.e. an hourly rate of 11.88 euros. A candidate with a little more experience and who has this famous card in his pocket can earn a little more than the Interprofessional Minimum Salary for Growth. This is obviously a matter of
minimums and the amount may be higher depending on the region.
© Shutterstock We must distinguish craftsmen from salaried taxi drivers
90% of taxi drivers are artisans
If the job market is tight, employers are also likely to offer slightly higher salaries to attract candidates. These figures are for work of 35 hours weekly or 151.67 hours per month as provided for by law. Please note that certain primes concerning for example night work which can quickly increase the pay slip.
Things are different for 90% of 60 000
chauffeurs French taxi drivers who are artisans. In this scenario, revenues can reach between 3,000 and 5,000 euros, according to the specialized site Jobijoba. But once again, strong disparities exist depending on the regions and the area of activity. And the least we can say is that the profession is very regulated.
The taxi license is negotiated at a high price
“THE fares Taxi rates are set by decree, prices are different depending on the region and the type of trip.”underlines the site of Ministry of Economy and finance. It should also be noted that drivers are required to accept payment by bank card whatever the amount. They must therefore have a bank card payment terminal visible to the customer and in working order.
You should also know that the number is limited and becoming a taxi craftsman requires obtaining a licence. This is generally bought from a taxi who sells his own. Prices vary
between 30,000 and 300,000 euros. The taxi profession does not require a diploma, but a habilitation
to the profession of taxi driver. To take the exam, the candidate must have a clean criminal record and have held a driving license for more than three years.
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