Uber Driver Requirements
Uber driver
requirements.
Here's what it takes to get approved to drive for Uber, from age and experience to your car and documents. Exact rules vary by city, so confirm yours on Uber's site before you apply.
Requirements vary by city and change often. Last reviewed June 2026.
State min*
Minimum age
4-door car
Vehicle
1+ year
Driving experience
Nationwide
Availability
What you need to qualify
Age
Meet your state's minimum driving age. Premium tiers like Uber Black require 21 or older. There's no single national rideshare age, so it depends on where you drive.
License & experience
A valid US driver's license, plus 1 year of licensed driving experience (3 years if you're under 25).
Vehicle
A 4-door car with independently opening doors and 5 factory seatbelts, in good condition. The model-year cutoff (often around 15 years) varies by city. No salvage titles, vans, or taxis.
Documents
Driver's license, proof of insurance, vehicle registration, and a profile photo. You'll provide your SSN for the background check.
Background check
Uber reviews your driving record and criminal history before you're approved.
Requirements change often and vary by city. Always confirm the current rules on Uber's official requirements page before you apply.
How to sign up
Sign up online
Create an account with your basic info and upload your documents.
Add your vehicle
Enter your car details and docs, or rent an eligible vehicle through Uber's partners.
Pass the screening
Complete the online background and driving-record check.
Go online
Once approved, download the Driver app and start accepting trips.
Uber requirements FAQ
Uber defers to your state's minimum driving age rather than publishing one national number, and premium tiers like Uber Black require you to be at least 21. Check Uber's requirements page for your specific city.
Once you're driving, every business mile is deductible. See the Uber mileage & tax guide, or browse all gig driver requirements.
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