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How to get started in TVDE

Getting started in TVDE

Starting a TVDE activity may seem complex at first. There are legal requirements, important decisions to make, and different operating models to consider.

This article works as an entry point, helping you understand:

  • what TVDE activity is,

  • the steps required to get started,

  • the key decisions you need to make before beginning.

Throughout this article, you’ll find links to more detailed content on each topic.

What is TVDE activity?

TVDE activity refers to individual passenger transport using unmarked vehicles, carried out through digital platforms.

In Portugal, this activity is regulated by law and can only be performed by drivers who:

  • hold a valid TVDE driver certificate,

  • are linked to a licensed TVDE operator, such as Bluwalk,

  • operate through authorised platforms.

👉 To better understand how the activity works, see How TVDE activity works in Portugal.

What steps are required to get started?

In simple terms, starting a TVDE activity involves the following steps:

  1. Meeting the driver requirements

  2. Choosing how you will operate with a vehicle

  3. Defining your tax framework

  4. Connecting to an operator and platforms

  5. Starting your activity

Each step has its own rules and implications.

Key decisions before starting

 

Driver requirements

Before you begin, you must meet the legal requirements to operate as a TVDE driver, including training and certification.

👉 Read Requirements to become a TVDE driver.

 

Own vehicle or rented vehicle

One of the most important decisions is how you will operate with a vehicle:

  • using your own vehicle, or

  • working with a vehicle provided through Bluwalk.

👉 See Own vehicle or rented vehicle: which is better for TVDE?

 

Earnings and payments

There is no fixed salary in TVDE activity. Earnings depend on revenue, costs, and the operating model you choose.

👉 Learn more in How TVDE earnings work.

 

Tax framework

To receive your earnings, you must be correctly registered for tax purposes, including VAT and income tax obligations.

👉 Read TVDE taxation: VAT and income tax.

Next steps

Once you understand these points, you’ll be better prepared to start your activity in an informed way.

If you still have questions, we recommend exploring the linked articles above or contacting the Bluwalk support team for guidance.