Taxis
In a NSW taxi, children up to 6 months must use a rear-facing child restraint. Children aged 6 to 12 months must use a rear-facing restraint or a forward-facing restraint with an inbuilt harness. Children over 12 months must use a booster seat or wear a properly adjusted and fastened seatbelt.
Rideshare and Booked Hire Vehicles
Booked hire vehicles, including rideshare, are not taxis. Children under 12 months must use a suitable child restraint, and for older children booked hire vehicles generally follow the private-vehicle rules. Whether a restraint is available depends on the service you book.
Official Sources
This page is general information, not legal advice. Rules can change - always check the official sources.
Prefer to Travel with a Requested Child Restraint?
Whatever the minimum rules allow, many parents prefer their child to travel in the restraint they'd use in the family car. Pre-book a family transfer and request a restraint for each child.
Ready to Book?
Tell us each child's age and approximate size, the number of adults, your luggage and any pram, and we'll arrange the child restraints and a vehicle for your family.