Réunion · 97438
Become a driver in Sainte-Marie (97438), Réunion
Sainte-Marie (97438) has 37,093 residents — the 9th largest of 24 in Réunion. Drive here with Moon Drive and keep every euro of your fares for a flat €39 a month.
Driving in Sainte-Marie: what to expect
Residential rather than urban (417 per km²), Sainte-Marie generates peaks at school and office hours, with many rides heading to Saint-Denis.
Roland Garros Airport (RUN) is right here: every flight arrival is a pool of potential rides. Saint-Denis, the main hub, is 10.4 km south-east; accepting a ride back towards Sainte-Suzanne limits empty kilometres.
Your working radius from Sainte-Marie covers Sainte-Suzanne (7.3 km), Saint-Denis (8.2 km), Salazie (11.8 km), Saint-André (11.9 km); the closest, Sainte-Suzanne, is only 7.3 km away. The largest of them, Saint-Denis (155,634 residents), is a demand pool within easy reach.
Sainte-Marie is on the road network: you can pick up and drop off at any address, day and night. It belongs to the CA Intercommunale du Nord de la Réunion (CINOR), whose other members are all within the Moon Drive network.
Whether you live in Sainte-Marie or in Sainte-Suzanne, the same requests reach you: the app does not care where you sleep.
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The model, plainly
On a conventional platform taking 20–25% per ride, the more you work the more you pay. Here your cost is capped at the subscription: a €15 fare and a €90 fare both come back to you in full.
Requirements in Réunion
Réunion (974) is a French department: a ride-hailing driver needs a VTC professional card issued by the prefecture, registration in the national VTC register, professional insurance and a compliant vehicle. Taxi drivers need a valid parking authorisation.
- A compliant professional status (VTC or taxi, depending on your activity)
- A valid VTC professional card or taxi parking authorisation
- Up-to-date driving licence and professional insurance
- A vehicle matching the target category (Eco, Confort, Van or Taxi)
- An IBAN in your name or your company’s name for payouts
- A recent iOS or Android smartphone
How to start
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Create your driver account
Download the app, choose the driver area and fill in your professional details.
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Submit your documents
VTC or taxi licence, driving licence, professional insurance, vehicle registration and bank details. Verification happens before you go live.
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Activate your subscription
The monthly subscription is paid in the app. It is the platform’s only financial counterpart.
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Go online
Once approved, you switch to available and ride requests land directly on your phone.
Driving in Sainte-Marie: FAQ
Can I drive in Sainte-Marie without paying commission?
Yes. Moon Drive takes no commission on fares in Sainte-Marie or anywhere in Réunion. The platform charges a flat €39 monthly subscription; every fare, and every tip, goes to you.
Where should I wait for rides around Sainte-Marie?
Stay close to the densest areas and to the airport. From Sainte-Marie, the nearest served places are Sainte-Suzanne (7.3 km), Saint-Denis (8.2 km), Salazie (11.8 km); Roland Garros Airport is 6.7 km away as the crow flies.
What kind of rides can I expect in Sainte-Marie?
Residential rather than urban (417 per km²), Sainte-Marie generates peaks at school and office hours, with many rides heading to Saint-Denis. Riders see the price before confirming, so there is no haggling at the kerb.
What do I need to drive in Sainte-Marie (97438)?
Réunion (974) is a French department: a ride-hailing driver needs a VTC professional card issued by the prefecture, registration in the national VTC register, professional insurance and a compliant vehicle. Taxi drivers need a valid parking authorisation.
Start driving in Sainte-Marie
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