Do taxi drivers in Rio give receipts?

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On a cab trip in Rio, for instance from the airport to a hotel, can I pay in cash and ask the driver to give me a receipt (i.e. can I expect that he/she will comply)?

Otherwise, would paying by card help me obtain a receipt (if there are drivers who accept it)?



Best Answer

Uber is now available in Rio, so you can use them instead. Receipts are automatically sent out by email and are also available online for future downloading:

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Do taxi drivers give receipts?

An official cab driver would have no problem giving you a proper receipt. Only the rogue unlicensed drivers won't be able to give you one, and you should avoid them.

How do you pay for taxis in Mexico?

Taxi Rank cabs charge an initial fare of around MX$25 and then around MX$4 for each 250 meters (equivalent to $16 pesos per kilometer, 1/6th of a mile) or 45 seconds of time when the taxi is stationary. If you get stuck in a traffic jam, this time-lapse charge is applied automatically by the meter.

Does Rio de Janeiro have taxis?

As a tourist, the primary form of transportation in Rio will be by taxi. There are several types. The standard taxi is the ever-present yellow (or common) taxi. In Rio, they are in great supply and are available to wave down at any time of the day or night in the primary tourist and business areas of the city.

Are taxis cheap in Mexico?

Taxi cabs in Mexico are plentiful, and provide an affordable means to get around towns and cities. Jump into a taxi in the US, Canada, or Western Europe and the accrued fare will be several dollars or euros before the vehicle even begins to drive off. Taxi cab rides are much more affordable here in Mexico.



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