Are you interested in driving with Uber? You can drive passengers, or you can deliver with Uber Eats.
Getting started can be intimidating, so here are our best resources for becoming an Uber driver and getting a profitable start.
Getting started: The steps to become an Uber driver
Learn the requirements to become a driver, and how to navigate the application process.
- Uber driver requirements: Do you qualify?
- Too young for Uber? Other driving gigs to try
- The Uber background & driving record check
- What kind of phone do you need to drive for Uber?
- Rejected by Uber: Can you reapply?
All about cars: Vehicle requirements, and how to rent a car
Learn what kind of car you’ll need for Uber, or how to rent a car if you don’t currently own one that qualifies.
- Uber vehicle requirements: Does your car qualify?
- Will your car pass the Uber vehicle inspection?
- How to rent or buy a vehicle for Uber
- Uber Black driver requirements
- How to find rideshare insurance
Delivering with Uber Eats
Delivering for Uber Eats is another way to earn on the Uber platform. The vehicle requirements are more lenient than ridesharing, and many drivers prefer delivering food over driving passengers.
- Driving for Uber Eats: What it’s like to deliver food for Uber
- How much Uber Eats drivers make, according to the top data sources
- The highs and lows of Uber Eats driver pay: Real examples
- How Uber Eats drivers can switch to rideshare
- Are Walmart orders worth it for Uber Eats drivers?
The life of an Uber driver: Strategies, app features, and how to earn more
It’s easy to feel like you’re on your own when you’re an Uber driver: Your ‘boss’ is an app, and you don’t have any coworkers to turn to for advice. Here’s how to get help, and how you can master all of the ins-and-outs of being a rideshare driver.
- How much Uber drivers make, according to the most recent data
- How to contact Uber when you need help
- Get in-person help at Uber Greenlight offices
- Trip Radar! How upfront fares work for drivers
- How to filter out riders with low ratings
What is Uber? Learn about Uber from a passenger’s perspective
As a driver, it’s important to understand how your passengers use Uber. Learn about ride types, pricing, and how passengers use different Uber services in different situations.
- What’s the difference between UberX, UberXL, UberPlus, and UberBlack?
- How much does Uber cost?
- How to use Uber at the airport
- How to do a round trip or multiple stops in an Uber
- Schedule an Uber with Uber Reserve
- Uber Eats user guide
Uber Driver FAQ
How much do Uber drivers make?
According to our research, most Uber drivers make around making $15—$25 per hour. View our research: How much do Uber drivers really make?
How do I get started as an Uber driver?
Start by filling out the online application. After completing the application, you will have to wait a few days for the background screening to take place. Uber will let you know the results of the screening.
Uber will also let you know about other steps you need to complete. You will fill out vehicle information, uploading photos of documents like your insurance and vehicle registration.
You can sign on and drive after you pass the background screening and after all of your documents are approved.
What about auto insurance? Do I provide my own or use Uber’s?
Uber provides liability & contingent collision insurance. The policy covers you and your passengers, but it’s important to understand the limitations of the insurance and how you can maximize protection for yourself and your vehicle. Learn more about rideshare insurance here.
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Does Uber pay for any driver expenses?
No. You pay for your own gas, maintenance, personal insurance, and other costs. The good news is that you can deduct some of those expenses on your tax return.
- The top tax mistakes and drivers can easily avoid
- The best gas rewards programs for Uber and Lyft drivers
My car doesn’t qualify for Uber. Can I still drive?
Yes. Uber provides rental options in many cities. You can complete the application process even if you don’t have access to an Uber-approved car.
Is there a vehicle inspection?
Yes, but not in every city. Uber will let you know if you need an inspection during the application process. Uber will connect you with a list of nearby inspection locations and give further instructions for completing the inspection.
You can also have any certified mechanic complete the inspection, typically for around $30. Learn more about the Uber inspection here.
Do I have to pass a background check?
Yes. After you apply, you’ll be asked to sign an online consent form that gives Uber permission to run a background check through a third-party service. The background check goes back seven years. Read more about the Uber background check.
My application is taking forever. How do I found out if I was accepted or rejected? And can I reapply?
If more than 10 days have gone by since you initiated the background check and you haven’t received an answer, contact Uber.
If you were rejected, you can reapply after 3-6 months but your odds of acceptance are very low if you were already rejected.
Tony says
I am seriously considering driving for Uber/Lyft yet honest & sincere “heart felt” comments from Nicole (over 3 + yrs) and Cindy (5 yrs) both with flawless employment history are very disturbing. Any company that values the customer over and above the employee without substantial evidence from either is riding the fence with good business ethics. Regardless of my serious considerations to begin driving for these companies under these questionable business ethics has me on the fence as well. A friend of mine has been happily driving for Uber for years but these comments along with all the technical glitches to get you fired are deeply disturbing. At age 67, I have a perfect employment history and if this comment alone keeps me from being able to sign on to either company then I have my answer in advance as to what I should do. “On the fence” Tony
Nicole says
Hi,
I’ve been an uber driver for over 3 years now and last night on new year’s eve I did about 7 rides all the riders I picked up were intoxicated, anyway this morning I go to turn the driver app on to drive and was told my account is on hold for 48 hours because of a rider last night reported that the driver seemed to be under the influence. I replied to Uber’s email by first addressing that all the riders I had last night had been drinking and that one riders blurred perception of me should not warrant a hold for 48 hours and I feel that uber is allowing riders to ultimately have control over whether a Driver can drive or not. I understand that safety should come first but why Uber is punishing the driver for 2 days while they investigate this false accusation is very disturbing and unsettling. It should not take 2 days for Uber to look at a driver’s history and see that not only do I have a 5 star rating and positive comments and that I have not had any reports ever. I am really reconsidering whether or not I want to continue driving for a company that seems to have a one way system and is letting riders ultimately decide if a driver continues to be able to drive or not.
Thanks
Nicole
Cindy says
I had the same problem with Uber I ‘ve been a Uber driver since 2015 and never ever had bad report of the services I provided before. Lately, I was doing Uber eats and two riders make false accusation of me about the order they received something that has nothing to do with but the restaurant. In conclusion Uber closed my account and didnt even care about me being a loyal Uber driver for such a long period.
Deniese thweatt says
I am a driver for Uber eats now but would like to add Uber taxi. What do I need to do?
DougH says
You have to contact Uber and let them know you want to apply for Uber rideshare services.
Bongumusa says
Hi iforget my passward and did n’t get my week payments
DougH says
You should contact Uber
SuBrena GrahamFoster says
My company reimburses for the usage of my Uber gift cards. I used my Uber gift card for my last two rides, today – Wednesday, September 4th. Please email to me the receipts ( of the last rides) so that I can process my expense report. I need to purchase another Uber gift card to get me through Friday aftner..no.
DougH says
This isn’t Uber’s site, but I can try to help. You may be able to go to riders.uber.com. Select the trip and find the Resend button. If that’s not there, you may have to use screen captures of the ride record in the Your Trips section of the app.
Jamie Augustino says
How do you get started.. Is there a application that has to get filled out if so can you please send to me thank you
DougH says
There’s an online application at https://www.uber.com
Batool says
You put the estimated price low and when i buy to the captain i found it more higher ! But the fare estimated time and let me choose it suitable for me or not !
Thanks