Driver requirements
Minimum requirements
Most people can drive with Uber. The requirements vary by city but there are a few minimum requirements:
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Have a valid provincial driver’s licence
- Use an eligible vehicle
Required documents
Before hitting the road, share the documentation below:
- A valid Alberta Class 1, 2, or 4 driver's licence
- Proof of work eligibility
- Proof of vehicle registration
- Proof of vehicle insurance
- A driver profile photo
- Must be a forward-facing, centered photo including the driver’s full face and top of shoulders, with no sunglasses
- Must be a photo only of the driver with no other subject in the frame, well-lit and in-focus and cannot be a driver’s license photo or other printed photograph
Background screening
After signing up, you'll need to complete a background screening.
To get this process started, you'll need to obtain your standard 3-year driver abstract from any Alberta registry. Please visit the Alberta website. You can also find your nearest Alberta registry location here. Once you have your abstract, you'll need to upload it to the Uber app. Please note that all driver abstracts must have been obtained within 30 days to move forward with signing up.
You will also need to complete your Vulnerable Sector Check document as part of background screening. You can visit the Calgary police station, or your local police station if you reside outside Calgary. You can also complete it online using the ePIC portal - a step-by-step video for using ePIC can be found here.
Documents to keep in your car
City bylaw regulators may request rides at any time to conduct vehicle and document inspections.
Be sure to keep the following documents in your vehicle when driving with Uber:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Enhanced Livery Vehicle Inspection Standards (E.L.V.I.S)
Also, make sure to have any required Uber sticker(s) placed on your vehicle.
It's easy to get started
1. Sign up online
Tell us a little about yourself and your car by creating a driver profile.
2. Share some documents
Next, submit a copy of your driver's licence and information for a screening. You can also add a vehicle to your account online.
3. Activate your account
Bring your car to an inspection center or for a vehicle inspection. Requirements vary by city, so sign up to see more information.
Training requirements
The City of Calgary has implemented new charges for its training program effective January 1, 2022. To offset the charges imposed by the City for its training program, $95 will be deducted from your future earnings (excluding tips) in two installments of $47.50 each.
The $95 covers the City’s charges for its training program which will focus on providing transportation to passengers with disabilities, cultural diversity, driver safety/enforcement and bylaw information.
For more information regarding the City’s mandatory training program please see link here.
Local vehicle requirements
In addition to the minimum requirements above, each city has its own regulations for vehicles.
Drivers 19 years of age and older may qualify for delivery services, like Uber Eats. Learn about more ways to earn.
We want every Uber trip to be hassle-free. So we’re here to help with whenever you need it.
The material provided on this web page is intended for informational purposes only and may not be applicable in your country, region, or city. It is subject to change and may be updated without notice.
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