Changes to SFO and LAX Curbside Pickups: What You Need to Know

Heads up: Starting mid September at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and late October at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Lyft Black drivers with a commercial (TCP) license and a separate airport TCP license or limousine permit will be able to pick up passengers at the terminal curbside. If you don’t have a TCP license, don’t worry, you’ll automatically be directed by the driver app to the ridesharing pickup location.

FAQs

I’m an approved Lyft driver with a Black/Black SUV vehicle, but don’t have a TCP license or airport license/permit. How do I get them?

First, you’ll need to visit the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) website to apply for a TCP license. Once you’ve received the CPUC license, you should then visit either the SFO Limousine website or the LAX TCP website. Please note, this process is wholly independent of Lyft, with its own application and fee requirements.

I have a TCP license and airport license/permit, how do I make sure it’s added to my Lyft driver profile?

If you’re an approved Lyft driver with a current TCP license and airport license/permit, head to the appropriate local website below to submit your information. A Lyft team member will then contact you to complete the process and confirm your TCP eligibility. San Francisco Bay Area team website Los Angeles team website

I have a TCP license and airport license/permit, but am not a Lyft driver. How do I apply to be one?

We’d love for you to come drive with Lyft! You can start your Lyft application here. (Note, you’ll need to have a vehicle that qualifies as a Black or Black SUV to give these rides) Whether you’re already driving with Lyft or are interested in learning more, check out how we’re dedicated to making Lyft work for you. Get information on earnings, demand, feedback, and more.