*New driver-partners in Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Perth only. Sign up by 31 October 2026. Full T&Cs apply.
Why earn with Uber
You could be earning extra money in your spare time.
Choose your own hours
Unlike traditional jobs, you can decide when and how often you work. Work as much or as little as you want.
Cash out when you need
Your earnings are deposited into your account weekly, but if you need cash sooner, you can choose to cash out the next day or even instantly. Fees and terms apply.
Get support at every turn
If there’s anything that you need, you can reach us anytime 24/7. We offer in-app and phone support to all our earner-partners.
Safety on the road
Have peace of mind wherever you go.
Safety features
Tell your loved ones where you are. Keep your contact details confidential. Get help at the tap of a button.
Help if you need it
From emergency assistance to 24/7 support, the app is designed with your safety in mind.
An inclusive community
We're a community of millions of people who share community guidelines and depend on one another to do the right thing.
Frequently asked questions
Can I drive with Uber in my city?
Uber is available in hundreds of cities worldwide. Tap below to see if yours is one of them.
What are the requirements to drive with Uber?
You must meet the minimum age to drive in your city, have an eligible mode of transportation, and submit required documents, including a valid driver’s licence.
Is the Uber platform safe?
Your safety matters to us. Uber has a Global Safety Team dedicated to doing our part to help prevent incidents. Learn more about the safety features in the app, as well as safeguards such as GPS tracking and phone anonymisation, by visiting the link below.
Do I need my own car?
If you want to drive with Uber but need a car, you can get a car from one of our vehicle partners or from a fleet partner in select markets. Please note that vehicle options may vary by city.
The Driver app
Easy to use and reliable, the app was built for drivers, with drivers. It shows you everything you need to know to become a driver with Uber.
An alternative to traditional driving jobs
Driving with the Uber app offers a flexible earning opportunity. It’s a great alternative to driver jobs or seasonal employment. Or maybe you’re already a rideshare driver and want to supplement your income by becoming a driver with the Uber app.
Drivers who use the Uber app come from all backgrounds and industries, setting their own schedule to make work fit into their lives, not the other way around.
Uber offers opportunities in all major cities in Australia, including Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney—plus other locations across the country.
Top cities in Australia to earn driving with the Uber app
Drive your way in the app
Drive your way in the app
Complete 100 trips within 90 days of signing up and get an extra $3,000 in earnings.* Unlock the first $500 after just 30 trips!**
Terms and Conditions
*Offer available only to driver-partners who (1) sign-up for the first time between 12 am AEST on 1 October 2026 and 11:59 pm AEST on 31 October 2026, (2) complete a total of 100 Uber Rides trips within 90 days of signing up, and (3) complete all qualifying trips in the eligible cities listed below.
**Offer available only to driver-partners who (1) sign up for the first time between 12 am AEST on 1 October 2026 and 11:59 pm AEST on 31 October 2026, (2) complete a total of 30 Uber Rides trips within 90 days of signing up, and (3) complete all qualifying trips in the eligible cities listed below.
This offer is not available to Uber Eats delivery partners. Only new signups to the Uber platform qualify for the offer.
Uber Black Reward: Offer available only to driver-partners who: (1) sign up to drive with Uber for the first time between 12 am AEST on 1 October 2026 and 11:59 pm AEST on 31 October 2026; (2) complete 30 eligible Uber Black or Uber Black Van trips within 90 days of signing up; and (3) complete all qualifying trips in one of the following cities: Brisbane, Gold Coast, Adelaide or Perth. Eligible driver-partners will receive a reward of $2,000, paid separately to your account within 14 days of completing the 30th eligible Uber Black or Uber Black Van trip. To count as an eligible Uber Black or Uber Black Van trip, the trip must be completed on Uber Black or Uber Black Van through the Driver app using a vehicle that is eligible for the relevant product. The Uber Black reward is only available to driver-partners with a vehicle that is eligible for Uber Black or Uber Black Van.
The Uber Black Reward may be earned in addition to the $3,000 New Driver Promotion, and Uber Black and Uber Black Van trips count towards both offers. The maximum total payment across both offers is $5,000.
Eligibility for ride options is dependent on both driver-partners and vehicles meeting eligibility requirements. Eligibility criteria may be changed by Uber at any time on 30 days’ notice. Read more about the requirements here.
Cancelled trips do not count towards the completed trip requirement. Uber reserves the right to withhold or deduct payments in the event of suspected fraud, illegality or violation of the applicable driver partner terms or these terms. Uber reserves the right to cancel or vary this offer at any time.
To learn more about flexible earning opportunities driving with Uber, please visit here or for more information on vehicle eligibility, please visit here.
Eligible cities in Australia: Brisbane, Gold Coast, Adelaide or Perth.
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