Driver name boards
Prepare a clear airport name board for a private driver
A driver sign should help the passenger see their name and understand who has come to collect them without reading several lines.
Quick answer
Show the passenger surname or booking name prominently. Add the driver company or transfer service underneath only when it helps the traveler choose the correct driver.
Use a consistent professional layout
Place the passenger name on the largest line. Use a smaller second line for the chauffeur company, vehicle service, event, or hotel when needed.
Avoid adding the full itinerary, telephone number, booking code, or vehicle registration to the visible board.
- MR. WILSON
- M. CHEN · NORTHSTAR CARS
- PATEL FAMILY
- DR. ALVAREZ · PRIVATE DRIVER
Check the details before the flight lands
Confirm the spelling, title, party size, and whether the guest expects a company or event name. Prepare alternate wording before the arrival if the booking contains a difficult name.
Keep the flight and contact details in the driver notes so the visible board remains clean.
Keep the screen ready for the handoff
Charge the device, raise brightness, silence notifications, and open the name board full screen before passengers enter arrivals.
Use an iPad for long surnames, groups, and two-line corporate pickups; use an iPhone for short names and easier carrying.
- Spelling checked
- Passenger title confirmed
- Device charged
- Notifications silenced
- Board open full screen
Practical questions
Airport pickup sign FAQ
What belongs on an airport driver name board?
The passenger surname or booking name should be largest. Add the company or transfer service only when it helps.
Should a driver include a flight number?
Usually not on the visible board. Keep it in the driver notes unless the passenger was told to look for it.
Is static text better for drivers?
Yes. A static passenger name can be read immediately at any point.