Safety Standards at Ceycab

Every Ceycab transfer is built around your safety. From driver vetting to vehicle inspections, here's exactly how we protect international tourists across Sri Lanka.

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Our Four Safety Pillars

🏛️ Licensing & Registration

  • Tourism Development Authority licensed operator
  • All vehicles registered under Tourist Vehicle permit
  • Valid National Transport Commission permit
  • Sri Lanka Tourist Police registration
  • Annual license renewal with regulatory audit

👮 Driver Vetting

  • Criminal background check before hiring
  • Minimum 5 years driving experience required
  • English language proficiency test
  • Medical fitness certificate (annual)
  • Tourist hospitality training completed
  • Regular performance review from customer feedback

🚗 Vehicle Standards

  • Fleet: Toyota Prius, KDH van (2019–2024)
  • Monthly mechanical inspection
  • Tyres replaced at 40,000 km regardless of tread
  • Brakes inspected every 10,000 km
  • Full air conditioning — functional at all times
  • Seatbelts fitted and tested in all seats

🛡️ Insurance & Accountability

  • Comprehensive vehicle insurance (Ceylinco / Allianz)
  • Passenger liability cover on every journey
  • Driver accident insurance included
  • Fixed prices in writing before travel
  • Driver details (name, photo, plate) shared 24h before
  • 24/7 WhatsApp emergency support

Driver Qualification Standards

Requirement Ceycab Standard Status
Criminal Background CheckPassed by Sri Lanka Police✓ All Drivers
Driving ExperienceMinimum 5 years, tourist routes preferred✓ Verified
Tourist Driver LicenseActive, annually renewed✓ All Drivers
English ProficiencyConversational English tested by Ceycab✓ All Drivers
Medical FitnessAnnual medical certificate required✓ Documented
Hospitality TrainingInternal training on tourist service standards✓ Completed
Route KnowledgeTested on all major tourist routes✓ Tested
Zero Tolerance PolicyAlcohol, drugs, mobile use while driving✓ Enforced

What Safety Means for Your Journey

Before Your Trip

You receive your driver's name, photo, and vehicle registration 24 hours before pickup. Share these with your accommodation. Our team is reachable 24/7 on WhatsApp if you have any concerns.

At the Airport

Your driver waits in the official arrivals area with a name board. Never accept rides from drivers who approach you first in the car park — these are often unlicensed. Look for the Ceycab name board.

During the Journey

You can WhatsApp our support team at any point during your transfer. If you ever feel uncomfortable, contact us immediately — we have a protocol for every scenario.

Night Transfers

Late-night and early-morning transfers are common and handled safely. All vehicles have working lights, and our drivers are experienced night drivers. We recommend sharing your driver details with hotel reception.

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