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Instructions for drivers

  • Make sure you've signed up for an Uber partner account. You must be at least 21 years of age.

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  • Your vehicle must meet the requirements to drive with Uber in Lethbridge. Check if your vehicle is qualified.

    Vehicle requirements

  • Abstract requirements:

    • Issued within last 30 days
    • No major convictions
    • No more than 2 minor convictions
    • No licence suspensions
    • No failure to produce insurance convictions

    Please obtain your 3-year driver abstract from any Alberta registry and upload it to your driver profile.

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

    • Driver's licence: 21+ years old
    • 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 insurance: Insurance must be in your name and name must be legible.
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  • Head to your downtown RCMP detachement and request to complete a Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check. Upload the results to your partner account once you receive them.

    Please note: All drivers must have a clean criminal record to drive for Uber.

    Police information check

  • All partners on the Uber platform in Red Deer are required to carry a valid Class 1, 2, or 4 licence. Already have one? Read on.

    How to get Class 4 Licence

    • Class 1-55 Vehicle registration: Head to any Alberta registry to get your new registration and upload it to your profile.

    • Vehicle Inspection: Your vehicle must pass an inspection by a certified auto technician. Bring the form below and have him/her complete it. Once you pass the inspection, take a picture and upload it to your profile.

    Vehicle inspection form
    Class 1-55 info

Get your Driver for Hire License from the City of Red Deer

To obtain a Driver for Hire License, you can email your application package to licensing@reddeer.ca or submit in person at The City of Red Deer, 4914 48 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta.

You will need the following as part of your application:

  • Completed Driver For Hire Application Form
  • Police Information check with Vulnerable Sector dated within 180 days of your application
  • 5 Year Driver Abstract dated within 60 days of your application
  • Proof of a valid Class 1, 2 or 4 Alberta Operator’s license
  • A screenshot of your driver profile
  • Payment of the $100 licensing fee
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