Saint Barthélemy · 97133

Become a driver in Merlette (97133), Saint Barthélemy

Drive with Moon Drive in Merlette (97133), one of the 24 districts of Saint Barthélemy: keep 100% of your fares for a flat €39 a month.

Driving in Merlette: what to expect

Low density means residents here have few alternatives to the car: scheduled rides and long transfers are the core of the work.

Rémy de Haenen Airport (SBH) is barely 1.6 km north-west: you can be at arrivals within minutes of a request. Gustavia, the main hub, is 2.2 km north; accepting a ride back towards Anse des Lézards limits empty kilometres.

Your working radius from Merlette covers Anse des Lézards (0.4 km), Flamands (0.5 km), Anse des Cayes (0.8 km), Corossol (0.9 km); the closest, Anse des Lézards, is only 0.4 km away.

Every street in Merlette is reachable by car, so the app sends you exact pickup addresses — no meeting points to negotiate. Sector: quarter, Saint Barthélemy.

In short: base yourself in Merlette, work towards Anse des Lézards and Flamands, and let the app bring you back.

The model, plainly

€39 / month Monthly subscription Flat amount, whatever your turnover.
0 % / ride Commission per ride No percentage taken from your earnings.

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 Saint Barthélemy

Saint Barthélemy is an overseas collectivity: passenger transport is governed by the Collectivity’s own rules, and it issues the required authorisations. You need those authorisations, professional insurance and a compliant vehicle before going online.

  • 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

  1. Create your driver account

    Download the app, choose the driver area and fill in your professional details.

  2. Submit your documents

    VTC or taxi licence, driving licence, professional insurance, vehicle registration and bank details. Verification happens before you go live.

  3. Activate your subscription

    The monthly subscription is paid in the app. It is the platform’s only financial counterpart.

  4. Go online

    Once approved, you switch to available and ride requests land directly on your phone.

Driving in Merlette: FAQ

Can I drive in Merlette without paying commission?

Yes. Moon Drive takes no commission on fares in Merlette or anywhere in Saint Barthélemy. The platform charges a flat €39 monthly subscription; every fare, and every tip, goes to you.

Where should I wait for rides around Merlette?

Stay close to the densest areas and to the airport. From Merlette, the nearest served places are Anse des Lézards (0.4 km), Flamands (0.5 km), Anse des Cayes (0.8 km); Rémy de Haenen Airport is 1.6 km away as the crow flies.

What kind of rides can I expect in Merlette?

Low density means residents here have few alternatives to the car: scheduled rides and long transfers are the core of the work. Riders see the price before confirming, so there is no haggling at the kerb.

What do I need to drive in Merlette (97133)?

Saint Barthélemy is an overseas collectivity: passenger transport is governed by the Collectivity’s own rules, and it issues the required authorisations. You need those authorisations, professional insurance and a compliant vehicle before going online.

Start driving in Merlette

Create your driver account in the app in a few minutes.

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