Taxi Subsidy Scheme
The Taxi Subsidy Scheme subsidises taxi travel for people with severe disabilities.
How much is the subsidy?
Half of the total taxi fare is subsidised (up to a maximum of $25 per trip).
Eligibility
To be eligible you must:
- be a permanent resident of Queensland
- fully meet at least one of the eligibility criteria listed below:
- Physical disability requiring dependence on a wheelchair for all mobility outside the home.
- Severe ambulatory problem that cannot functionally be improved and restricts walking to an extremely limited distance.
- Total loss of vision or severe visual impairment (both eyes).
- Severe and uncontrollable epilepsy with seizures involving loss of consciousness.
- Intellectual impairment or dementia resulting in the need to be accompanied by another person at all times for travel on public transport.
Severe emotional and/or behaviour disorders with a level of disorganisation resulting in the need to be accompanied by another person at all times for travel on public transport.
How to apply
- Complete part A of the taxi subsidy application form (PDF). This form is not currently available as an RTF—please call 1300 134 755 for form details.
- Provide 2 passport size photos.
- Visit your doctor or specialist and have them complete parts B and C of the application form.
- Mail the completed application with the photographs to:
Taxi Subsidy Unit
Department of Transport and Main Roads
PO Box 13347
BRISBANE QLD 4003
How long is membership valid?
The Department of Transport and Main Roads issues membership for a maximum of 5 years. If you have a temporary disability, membership could be from 6 to 12 months.
To extend your membership, you must reapply before it expires.
More information
To find out more about the Taxi Subsidy Scheme you can call the Department of Transport and Main Roads on 1300 134 755.
