Uber Driver Requirements
Driver requirements
How to drive with Uber
Uber is a great way to be your own boss and earn extra cash. Most folks are eligible to drive on the Uber platform—here’s what you need to know.
Minimum requirements
Anybody can drive with Uber, although there are a few minimum requirements:
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Meet the minimum age to drive in your city
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Have at least one year of licensed driving experience in the US (3 years if you are under 23 years old)
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Have a valid US driver’s license
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Use an eligible 4-door vehicle
Required documents
Before hitting the road, share the following documentation:
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A valid US driver’s license
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Proof of residency in your city, state, or province
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Proof of vehicle insurance if you plan to drive your own car
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A driver profile photo
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Must be a forward-facing, centered photo including the driver’s full face and top of shoulders, with no sunglasses
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Must be a photo only of the driver with no other subject in the frame, well-lit, and in focus; it cannot be a driver’s license photo or other printed photograph
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Driver screening
After signing up, you can complete a screening online. It will review your driving record and criminal history.
Hit the road
It's easy to get started
1. Sign up in minutes
Tell us about yourself and your car. Vehicle requirements vary by region, so we’ll show you what’s needed.
2. Share required documents
We’ll need copies of your license, registration, proof of insurance, proof of a vehicle inspection and some information for a screening.
3. Get the app and go
Once you’re on the platform, simply log in to the app and start earning money.
