Flexible driving opportunities with Uber
Looking for full-time or part-time driver jobs? Instead, give Uber a try. Get paid to drive or deliver when you want, on the platform with the largest network of active riders.
Make money when you want
Set your own schedule
You’re in charge. You can drive with the Uber app day or night. Fit driving around your life, not the other way around.
Make money on your terms
The more you drive, the more money you can make. When demand is higher than normal, you can make even more.
Let the app lead the way
Just tap and go. You get turn-by-turn directions, suggestions to help you make more money, and 24/7 support.
Get started
Sign up online
Just tell us which city you'd like to drive in and the type of license you have. We'll email you with your next steps.
Check driving requirements
All kinds of people are eligible to drive with Uber. Here’s what you need to know if you’re driving in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, Portsmouth, Southampton, Edinburgh and more.
Get a vehicle
You can sign up even if you don't have a car that meets the vehicle requirements in UK right now.
Make more money
As well as driving passengers, you can also sign up to deliver food with Uber Eats. Find out more about how it works where you live.
Driving with Uber in the UK
Get a licence in your city
To drive with Uber in the UK, you'll need to get a licence. Learn how to get a licence with our free Ignition Programme, where we'll help you every step of the way.
Already have a licence?
If you have a licence, you'll also need a few other documents to drive with Uber. And if you don't have an eligible vehicle, we can help you get one.
Driver extras
What we do for you in the UK
Get support
Let’s make every Uber trip hassle-free. Our support pages can help you set up your account, get started with the app, adjust fares, and much more.
Contact us
Got questions? Get answers. Enjoy personal support at an Uber Greenlight Hub in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, Portsmouth, Southampton, Edinburgh and more.
Drive safely
The Uber app is full of features that help you stay safe and confident before, during and after every trip. And if you need help, Uber gives you 24/7 support.
Top questions from drivers
- 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 transport and submit required documents, including a valid driving licence.
- Is Uber 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.
- How much can drivers make with Uber?
The money you make with Uber depends on when, where and how often you drive. Find out how your fares are calculated and learn about promotions, which can help increase your earnings.
- How do I make money with surge?
You can see the amount of surge pricing that will apply to a potential trip when you are deciding whether or not to accept a trip in the driver app.
- What is Partner Protection Insurance with AXA?
Partner Protection is an insurance programme from AXA that helps to protect you from the financial cost of accidents or other life-changing events like serious injury/sickness or having a baby. It is provided at no cost to all eligible independent driver and delivery partners who are automatically insured by AXA.
Drive your way in the app
This is a promotional offer and is not a promise or guarantee of future earnings. This offer is available only to new drivers and delivery people on the Uber app who (i) have never previously signed up to drive or deliver with Uber; (ii) receive this offer directly from Uber and see it in the guarantee tracker of the Uber Driver app; (iii) are cleared to drive or deliver with Uber; and (iv) complete the number of trips or deliveries displayed in the guarantee tracker in the city where they signed up to drive within the specified timeframe. Offer terms such as number of trips or deliveries and reward amount may vary by location. The guarantee offer that you see in the app replaces any guarantee amounts Uber previously offered you.
Earnings from your trips (after service fees and certain charges are deducted, such as city or local government charges) are included toward your guaranteed amount; any tips and promotions you make are on top of that amount. Earnings from your deliveries (after services fees and certain charges are deducted, such as city or local government charges) and Eats Boost promotions are included toward your offer amount; any tips and additional promotions you make are on top of that amount.
Any payment due will be added to your account automatically after you complete the required trips. Each completed trip or delivery counts as one trip or delivery toward your minimum requirement. Trips or deliveries that are not completed do not count. This offer is only valid for those who received it from Uber (via an email, an ad, a web page or a unique referral link) and meet the eligibility requirements. Uber reserves the right to withhold or deduct payments that it determines or believes were fraudulent, illegal, in error or in violation of the driver terms or these terms. Limited time only. Offer and terms are subject to change.
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