Driving with benefits
Minimum earnings guaranteed
A guarantee to earn at least the National Living Wage while you’re on Uber trips. This is a minimum amount, not a maximum, and you will continue to have the opportunity to earn more.
Receive Holiday Pay while you drive
Drivers receive holiday pay. You will receive an additional 12.07% of your earnings each week, making it easier to plan some much-needed downtime with family and friends.
Save for your future
You will have access to a pension plan that will include contributions from you and Uber, helping you plan ahead and build a nest egg for the future.
Get access to sickness cover or a New Parent Payment
With our Allianz insurance scheme, you have protection from the financial cost of life-changing events with insurance from Allianz. Now events like injury, sickness or having a baby don’t have to mean financial stress.
Learn new skills every day
Through our partnership with The Open University, you can get access to more than 900 free courses, ranging from business management to astrophysics, for yourself or a family member.
*Eligibility criteria apply.
More confidence behind the wheel with Women Preferences
We’ve heard from women drivers that they want even more control on the road. That’s why we’ve designed Women Preferences, so women drivers and riders have the option to be matched with other women on trips.
These features are now available across the country. You can find more information in the Frequently Asked Questions section here.
Here's what you need in order to sign up for a driver or courier account
Sign up online
Just tell us which city you’d like to drive in and the type of licence you have. We’ll email you with your next steps.
Check driving requirements
All sorts of people are eligible to drive with the Uber app. 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 even sign up if you don’t have a car that meets the vehicle requirements in the 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 the Uber app in the UK
Get a licence in your city
To drive with the Uber app 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 got a licence?
If you have a licence, you’ll also need a few other documents to drive with the Uber app. 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 trip hassle-free. Our support pages can help you set up your account, get started with the app, adjust trip payments, 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.
Frequently asked questions
- 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 the Uber platform 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.
The Driver app
Easy to use and reliable, the app was built for drivers, with drivers. It shows you everything you need to know to become a driver with Uber.
