Amazon Flex Requirements
Amazon Flex
requirements.
Amazon Flex pays by delivery block and needs a roomy vehicle. Here's the age minimum, which vehicles qualify, and why availability depends on your metro.
Requirements and availability vary by region. Last reviewed June 2026.
21+
Minimum age
4-door+
Vehicle
Required
Background check
Select metros
Availability
What you need to qualify
Age
You must be 21 or older.
License
A valid US driver's license. No prior delivery experience is required.
Vehicle
An eligible vehicle: a 4-door sedan, SUV, van, or truck with a covered bed. Smaller cars and open-bed trucks aren't eligible. Some routes (like Amazon Fresh or Whole Foods) may need a larger vehicle, and a few dense markets allow bikes.
Documents & banking
License, SSN, proof of insurance, and a checking or savings account for direct deposit.
Background check
A criminal and driving-record screening. You also need a compatible iPhone or Android to run the Amazon Flex app.
Requirements change often and vary by city. Always confirm the current rules on Amazon Flex's official requirements page before you apply.
How to sign up
Download the Amazon Flex app
Sign in with your Amazon account.
Enter your details
Provide your info, license, SSN, vehicle, and bank account.
Pass the background check
Clear the criminal and driving-record screening.
Reserve blocks
Once approved, reserve delivery blocks in your area.
Amazon Flex requirements FAQ
An eligible 4-door sedan, SUV, van, or truck with a covered bed. Smaller cars and open-bed trucks don't qualify, and some routes require a larger vehicle. Amazon's page lists vehicle types rather than a model year.
Once you're driving, every business mile is deductible. See the Amazon Flex mileage & tax guide, or browse all gig driver requirements.
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