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Take photos of the following documents and upload them to your account:

 

• Driver's licence: 21+ years old, Ontario G Driver’s Licence or equivalent (G1 or G2 is not allowed). If you're uploading an interim licence, please include a government-issued photo ID (e.g. previous driving licence, passport etc.) in the same photo to verify your identity. Make sure to avoid using flash so that your information is clear and readable.
• Proof of work eligibility: Birth certificate, Citizenship card, Passport, Permanent PR card, Work permit, Social Insurance Number card or letter, Study permit (if it declares the ability to work off-campus unrelated to program of study), Certificate of Indian Status, Canadian Forces Identification Card, Nexus card. Please submit a photo or the original document. Scanned copies are not accepted. Make sure to avoid using flash so that your information is clear and readable.
  • If you are uploading a work permit extension letter, upload the extension letter and your work permit in the same photo
  • If you are waiting for your renewed PR card, upload a photo of your current PR card and PR card extension letter
• Vehicle registration: Both sides (left and right) of the registration document are required. The car must also be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, have 4 doors, no commercial branding, and cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. You are not required to own the vehicle. When taking the picture, ensure that it is not blurry and that all four corners are visible. Vehicle insurance: Insurance must be in your name and must be legible. When taking the picture, ensure that it is not blurry and that all four corners are visible.

To drive with Uber in Hamilton, you must pass an annual background screening, which includes a review of your driving record and criminal history. In Hamilton, you have two options:

Option 1: Online Screening

Most earners complete their screening quickly and securely online via our vendor, Triton. Once your driver's licence and profile picture has been uploaded and approved, you'll receive a link from Triton, our trusted background screening partner. Check the Background Check section of the Documents Hub in your Uber App or your email (including spam) for a link from Triton to begin this process.

Option 2: Provide Your Own Documents

If you prefer to obtain your own screening, you must provide your Driver Abstract (3 Year Driver Record Search from Service Ontario) and a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3).

Please note:

• The document must be submitted to Uber within 30 days of the document’s issue date.
• Your local police department may charge a fee for this service.
• Once you have received your document, please contact Uber Support to upload the document for review.

New and existing drivers must pass a background screening every calendar year.