Requirements on the road
To help you stay safe and compliant on the road, this page talks about being aware of local regulatory requirements. Please take the time to read and understand your obligations under these regulations.
Regulations for drivers
Displaying sticker/sign
Some regulations require you to display a sign or sticker that shows you are a passenger transport vehicle.
To help with this, we provide a removable Uber sticker to be displayed on your vehicle whenever you’re online. If the sticker is not properly displayed, or if it’s not visible while you’re driving with the Driver app (day or night), you could be issued a fine by local authorities.
Reporting incidents
All notifiable occurrences (incidents) must be reported to Uber.
What counts as a notifiable occurrence? It’s any mechanical failures, accidents, or injuries that have occurred during your ride, or situations where an ambulance or police are involved. This includes incidents that occur when a rider is in the vehicle, when you’re on your way to pick up a rider, or when you have just dropped off a passenger. We may then report any notifiable occurrence to your local transit authority.
Vehicle inspections and maintenance
A vehicle inspection must be obtained every year, regardless of vehicle age, and regular maintenance must be carried out to specific standards.
Changes in circumstances
Uber must be notified of any changes to your circumstances.
Safety and eligibility standards
All rideshare drivers must abide by specific safety standards.
Obligations for passenger services generally
You need to be aware of the specific offences relating to passenger service.
Driving in Ontario
Each city in Ontario has different rideshare requirements, and some cities may require you to visit a Greenlight location before you can receive trip requests. Read below to learn more about the specific requirements for each city.
Requirements to drive in Ontario cities
- Vehicle requirements
Vehicle age
- To drive in the City of Toronto, City of Mississauga, Town of Oakville, and City of Brampton, vehicle models must be 7 years old or newer
- To drive elsewhere within the GTA, vehicle models must be 10 years old or newer
Vehicle inspections
New drivers must upload a safety standards certificate (SSC) within 36 days of passing the inspection
Existing drivers must complete a vehicle inspection annually and upload an SSC within 36 days of passing the inspection
- Document requirements
Driver's licence
- Must be 21+ years of age. Must be a full G license or equivalent (G1 and G2 not accepted).
Canadian proof of work
- Canadian passports, birth certificates, citizenship cards, residency cards, and work permits. Cannot be expired.
Ontario vehicle insurance
- Your name must be visible on the vehicle insurance pink slip. If you're a secondary driver, include a photo of the full policy document with your name on it.
Ontario vehicle registration
- Both sides of the registration are required. Must have 4 doors. Cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. Good condition with no cosmetic damage. No commercial branding. You are not required to own the vehicle.
Ontario safety standards certificate (SSC)
- All vehicles must pass a safety inspection and receive a safety standards certificate (SSC).
- Regulatory requirements
Snow tires
- All-weather tires must be installed from December 1 until April 30 the following year in Toronto and Mississauga
Inspections
- 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:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Safety standards certificate
- PTC driver's licence
- Driving eligibility
Background screening
- New and existing drivers must pass a background screening every calendar year.
Private Transportation Company (PTC) driver's licence
Important! As of November 10th, 2021, the City of Toronto is not issuing new rideshare licences until they’ve established a training program for drivers. This licensing pause is temporary and there exists many other ways to earn through rides and delivery. You can still pick up riders in multiple areas of the GTA, including Brampton, Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Pickering, Ajax, and Oshawa and make deliveries with Uber Eats and UberConnect trips all across the GTA, including the city of Toronto.
Once you upload your documents and pass your background check, our team will submit your PTC application to the City of Toronto.
Drivers who meet the requirements will be approved by the city within 5 business days and will receive a PTC licence number. Once you receive your PTC licence, we'll send you an email.
Once you receive your PTC licence to drive in the City of Toronto, you'll also be able to receive requests in the City of Mississauga, Town of Oakville, and City of Brampton.
If you don't receive your PTC licence in 5 business days, please visit a Greenlight Hub for support.
- Vehicle requirements
Vehicle age
- Vehicle models must be 10 years old or newer
Vehicle inspection
- New drivers must upload a safety standards certificate (SSC) within 36 days of passing the inspection
- Existing drivers must complete a vehicle inspection annually and upload an SSC within 36 days of passing the inspection
- Document requirements
Driver's licence
- Must be 21+ years of age. Must be a full G license or equivalent (G1 and G2 not accepted).
Canadian proof of work
- Canadian passports, birth certificates, citizenship cards, residency cards, and work permits. Cannot be expired.
Ontario vehicle insurance
- Your name must be visible on the vehicle insurance pink slip. If you're a secondary driver, include a photo of the full policy document with your name on it.
Ontario vehicle registration
- Both sides of the registration are required. The vehicle must have 4 doors. It must be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, and it cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. No commercial branding. You are not required to own the vehicle.
Ontario safety standards certificate (SSC)
- All vehicles must pass a safety inspection and receive a safety standards certificate (SSC).
- Regulatory requirements
Inspections
- 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:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Safety standards certificate (SSC)
- Driving eligibility
Background screening
New and existing drivers must pass a background screening every calendar year
If your driver's licence address is in Barrie, your vehicle will be submitted for licensing once all documents are approved and the requirements above have been met.
- It will take up to 2 weeks for your licence to be processed; we'll send you an email to let you know
If your driver's licence address is not in Barrie, please visit a Greenlight location to request access
- Vehicle requirements
Vehicle age
- Vehicle models must be 10 years or newer
Vehicle inspection
- New drivers must upload a safety standards certificate (SSC) within 36 days of passing the inspection
- Existing drivers must complete a vehicle inspection annually and upload an SSC within 36 days of passing the inspection
- If your vehicle model is 5 years old or newer, it will require an inspection once per year
- If your vehicle model is 6 years or older, it will require an inspection every 6 months
- Document requirements
Driver's licence
- Must be 21+ years of age. Must be a full G license or equivalent (G1 and G2 not accepted).
Canadian proof of work
- Canadian passports, birth certificates, citizenship cards, residency cards, and work permits. Cannot be expired.
Ontario vehicle insurance
- Your name must be visible on the vehicle insurance pink slip. If you're a secondary driver, include a photo of the full policy document with your name on it.
Ontario vehicle registration
- Both sides of the registration are required. The vehicle must have 4 doors. It must be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, and it cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. No commercial branding. You are not required to own the vehicle.
Ontario safety standards certificate (SSC)
- All vehicles must pass a safety inspection and receive a safety standards certificate (SSC).
Vulnerable Sector Check
- Front and back side required. For more information, review the "Driving eligibility" section below.
- Regulatory requirements
Inspections
- 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:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Safety standards certificate (SSC)
- Driving eligibility
Background screening
- New and existing drivers must pass a background screening every calendar year
Vulnerable Sector Check
After your background screening, you’ll also need a one-time Vulnerable Sector Check
You can go online and complete a Vulnerable Sector Check:
- Once you’re in the portal, you can create an account to begin the process
- Make sure you select the option for Level 3: Vulnerable Sector Check
- Be prepared with your Ontario driver’s licence and another piece of ID
You can also choose to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check in person:
- Download this form or pick one up at a police station
- Make sure you select the option for Level 3: Vulnerable Sector Check
- Drop off your completed form at the Ottawa Police Station, located at 2670 Queensview Drive
- Be sure to bring 2 pieces of valid photo ID and proof of Ottawa address
- Once you receive your results by mail or email, take a clear photo of the front and back of the Vulnerable Sector Check results and upload the 2 photos to the driver portal.
- Vehicle requirements
Vehicle age
- Vehicle models must be 10 years or newer
Vehicle inspections
New drivers must upload a safety standards certificate (SSC) within 60 days of passing the inspection
Existing drivers must complete a vehicle inspection annually and upload an SSC after passing inspection
- Document requirements
Driver's licence
- Must be 21+ years of age. Must be a full G license or equivalent (G1 and G2 not accepted).
Canadian proof of work
- Canadian passports, birth certificates, citizenship cards, residency cards, and work permits. Cannot be expired.
Ontario vehicle insurance
- Your name must be visible on the vehicle insurance pink slip. If you're a secondary driver, include a photo of the full policy document with your name on it.
Ontario vehicle registration
- Both sides of the registration are required. The vehicle must have 4 doors. It must be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, and it cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. No commercial branding. You are not required to own the vehicle.
Ontario safety standards certificate (SSC)
- All vehicles must pass a safety inspection and receive a safety standards certificate (SSC).
- Regulatory requirements
Stickers
Local bylaw regulations require all drivers to display 2 Uber stickers on their vehicle while driving with Uber in London
City bylaw regulators may request rides at any time to conduct vehicle and document inspections
Inspections
- Be sure to keep the following documents in your vehicle when driving:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Safety standards certificate
- Driving eligibility
- New drivers must have passed a background screening within the last 60 days
- Existing drivers must pass a background screening once a year
- Vehicle requirements
Vehicle age
- Vehicle models must be 10 years or newer
Vehicle inspection
- New drivers must upload a safety standards certificate (SSC) within 36 days of passing the inspection
- Existing drivers must complete a vehicle inspection annually and upload an SSC after each inspection
- Document requirements
Driver's licence
- Must be 21+ years of age. Must be a full G license or equivalent (G1 and G2 not accepted).
Canadian proof of work
- Canadian passports, birth certificates, citizenship cards, residency cards, and work permits. Cannot be expired.
Ontario vehicle insurance
- Your name must be visible on the vehicle insurance pink slip. If you're a secondary driver, include a photo of the full policy document with your name on it.
Ontario vehicle registration
- Both sides of the registration are required. The vehicle must have 4 doors. It must be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, and it cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. No commercial branding. You are not required to own the vehicle.
Ontario safety standards certificate (SSC)
- All vehicles must pass a safety inspection and receive a safety standards certificate (SSC).
Valid TNC licence
- Regulatory requirements
Stickers
- You will need 2 Uber stickers to drive in the Niagara Region
- Place the stickers on the inside of the back window
- Place the Niagara Region sticker below the Uber sticker
- The "Uber" side and "Niagara Region" side should be visible from the outside of the vehicle
Inspections
- 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:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Safety standards certificate (SSC)
- TNC licence
- You will need 2 Uber stickers to drive in the Niagara Region
- Driving eligibility
- Your vehicle will be submitted for licensing once all documents are approved and the requirements above have been met
- It will take up to 2 weeks for your licence to be processed; we'll send you an email to let you know
TNC driver's licence
- To drive with Uber in the Niagara Region, you'll need to obtain a TNC driver's licence from Niagara Region
- A one-year TNC driver's licence costs $60
- Go to Niagara Region Business Licensing
Background screening
- To drive with Uber in Niagara Region, you need a yearly background screening
- New drivers must have a background screening passed within the last 36 days
- Vehicle requirements
Vehicle age
- Vehicle models must be 10 years or newer
Vehicle inspection
- New and existing drivers must complete a vehicle inspection annually and upload a safety standards certificate (SSC) after each inspection
- Document requirements
Driver's licence
- Must be 21+ years of age. Must be a full G license or equivalent (G1 and G2 not accepted).
Canadian proof of work
- Canadian passports, birth certificates, citizenship cards, residency cards, and work permits. Cannot be expired.
Ontario vehicle insurance
- Your name must be visible on the vehicle insurance pink slip. If you're a secondary driver, include a photo of the full policy document with your name on it.
Ontario vehicle registration
- Both sides of the registration are required. The vehicle must have 4 doors. It must be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, and it cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. No commercial branding. You are not required to own the vehicle.
Ontario safety standards certificate (SSC)
- All vehicles must pass a safety inspection and receive a safety standards certificate (SSC).
- Regulatory requirements
Sticker
- Local bylaws require the Uber sticker to be displayed while driving with Uber in Kitchener-Waterloo
Inspections
- 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:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Safety standards certificate (SSC)
- TNC licence
- Driving eligibility
- Your vehicle will be submitted for licensing once all documents are approved and the requirements above have been met
- It will take up to 3 days for your licence to be processed; we'll send you an email to let you know
Background screening
- New and existing drivers must have a background screening passed within the last calendar year
- Vehicle requirements
Vehicle age
- Vehicle models must be 9 years or newer
Vehicle inspection
- New and existing drivers must complete a vehicle inspection annually and upload a safety standards certificate (SSC) after each inspection
- Document requirements
Driver's licence
- Must be 21+ years of age. Must be a full G license or equivalent (G1 and G2 not accepted).
Canadian proof of work
- Canadian passports, birth certificates, citizenship cards, residency cards, and work permits. Cannot be expired.
Ontario vehicle insurance
- Your name must be visible on the vehicle insurance pink slip. If you're a secondary driver, include a photo of the full policy document with your name on it.
Ontario vehicle registration
- Both sides of the registration are required. The vehicle must have 4 doors. It must be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, and it cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. No commercial branding. You are not required to own the vehicle.
Ontario safety standards certificate (SSC)
- All vehicles must pass a safety inspection and receive a safety standards certificate (SSC).
- Regulatory requirements
Inspections
- 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:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Safety standards certificate (SSC)
- Driving eligibility
Background screening
- New and existing drivers must have a background screening passed within the last calendar year
- Vehicle requirements
Vehicle age
- Vehicle models must be 10 years or newer
Vehicle inspection
- New and existing drivers must complete a vehicle inspection annually and upload a safety standards certificate (SSC) after each inspection
- Document requirements
Driver's licence
- Must be 21+ years of age. Must be a full G license or equivalent (G1 and G2 not accepted).
Canadian proof of work
- Canadian passports, birth certificates, citizenship cards, residency cards, and work permits. Cannot be expired.
Ontario vehicle insurance
- Your name must be visible on the vehicle insurance pink slip. If you're a secondary driver, include a photo of the full policy document with your name on it.
Ontario vehicle registration
- Both sides of the registration are required. The vehicle must have 4 doors. It must be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, and it cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. No commercial branding. You are not required to own the vehicle.
Ontario safety standards certificate (SSC)
- All vehicles must pass a safety inspection and receive a safety standards certificate (SSC).
- Regulatory requirements
Inspections
- 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:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Safety standards certificate (SSC)
- Driving eligibility
Background screening
- New and existing drivers must have a background screening passed within the last calendar year
- Vehicle requirements
Vehicle age
- Vehicle models must be 10 years or newer
Vehicle inspection
- New and existing drivers must complete a vehicle inspection annually and upload a safety standards certificate (SSC) after each inspection
- Document requirements
Driver's licence
- Must be 21+ years of age. Must be a full G license or equivalent (G1 and G2 not accepted).
Canadian proof of work
- Canadian passports, birth certificates, citizenship cards, residency cards, and work permits. Cannot be expired.
Ontario vehicle insurance
- Your name must be visible on the vehicle insurance pink slip. If you're a secondary driver, include a photo of the full policy document with your name on it.
Ontario vehicle registration
- Both sides of the registration are required. The vehicle must have 4 doors. It must be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, and it cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. No commercial branding. You are not required to own the vehicle.
Ontario safety standards certificate (SSC)
- All vehicles must pass a safety inspection and receive a safety standards certificate (SSC).
- Regulatory requirements
Inspections
- 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:
- Driver's licence
- Vehicle registration
- Proof of insurance
- Safety standards certificate (SSC)
- Driving eligibility
Background screening
- New and existing drivers must have a background screening passed within the last calendar year
Remember, it's always your responsibility to understand and comply with the law when you’re out on the road. Nothing on Uber’s website is legal or tax advice. If you have questions about the law, you can always consult your local department of transportation and/or an appropriate legal or tax professional.
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