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Bolt
An Estonian-founded ride-hailing app offering private car and taxi bookings in Beirut and other Lebanese cities.
What it helps with
- A ride in BeirutBooked by app.
- Ride to the airportPrice agreed upfront.
- Late-night tripsSafer than the street.
About Bolt
Bolt is a European ride-hailing company operating in Lebanon, offering private car rides through the app, generally positioning itself with competitive pricing compared to traditional taxi negotiation.
Key Features
- App-Based Booking: Request a ride through the app with upfront fare estimates.
- In-App Payment: Pay by card where supported, or cash depending on driver and availability.
- Live Trip Tracking: Follow your driver's location and estimated arrival time on the map.
- Competitive Pricing: Often positioned as a lower-cost, more transparent alternative to street taxis.
How to Get Started
- Download the Bolt app and register with your phone number.
- Enter your pickup location and destination to see available ride options and fares.
- Confirm your booking and track your driver's arrival.
- Pay through the app or in cash, and rate your trip afterward.
Before you use it
- Payment: Rides are usually paid in cash; carry small US dollar notes and lira.
- Good to know: A street "service" taxi is shared and cheaper but follows fixed routes.
Foreign card OK
English available
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Bolt work with a foreign bank card in Lebanon?
- Yes - Bolt accepts foreign-issued cards in Lebanon.
- Is Bolt available in English?
- Yes, Bolt has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Bolt?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Bolt.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Bolt?
- No, Bolt doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Bolt?
- iOS · Android
- How much does Bolt cost?
- Fare by distance, in dollars or lira
Phrases for the driverArabic
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- Please take me to this address (show it on the map) من فضلك، خذني إلى هذا العنوان. min faḍlak, khudhnī ilā hādhā al-ʿunwān
- How much will it cost? كم الأجرة؟ kam al-ujra?
- Please turn on the meter من فضلك شغّل العداد. min faḍlak shaghghil al-ʿaddād
- Can I pay by card? هل يمكنني الدفع بالبطاقة؟ hal yumkinunī ad-dafʿ bil-biṭāqa?
- Stop here, please توقف هنا من فضلك. tawaqqaf hunā min faḍlak
- Thank you شكرًا. shukran