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Vehicle requirements in your country

Which car is right for you? Make sure it meets Uber car requirements in your city and remember that you’ll make more money if you keep your costs low.

Your vehicle must-haves

  • 15-year-old vehicle or newer
  • 4-door vehicle
  • Good condition with no cosmetic damage
  • No commercial branding

 

Driver's license

You must have a valid in-state driver’s license to be eligible for trips in Ashland. All other Southern Oregon cities accept out-of-state driver’s licenses.

Registration

Uber accepts both official and temporary registration documents. The vehicle does not need to be registered in your name to qualify.

Insurance

All partners must maintain their own insurance policy in accordance with state and local laws. In addition, Uber maintains automobile liability insurance on behalf of all U.S. partners.

Learn about vehicle insurance

City permits

Additionally, Ashland, Roseburg, and Grants Pass have their own requirements for permits, which you must have in order to accept pickups in each city. Permits can be obtained by contacting the city.

To obtain a permit for a city, visit the locations listed below. You can fill out and submit your form there, or tap below to print your own application. Applications must be submitted at the locations listed below.

  • Roseburg: City of Roseburg, 900 SE Douglas, Roseburg, OR 97470

Print application

  • Ashland: City of Ashland Police Department, 1155 East Main St, Ashland, Oregon 97520

Print application

  • Grants Pass: City of Grants Pass, 101 NW A St, Room 103, Grants Pass, OR 97526

Print application

Permits for Grants Pass must be renewed annually on July 1. Fees will be prorated until July 1, 2019 ($15), then, after July 1, 2019, permits are $60 annually.

Eligible vehicles list

Find the vehicle makes and models that are eligible to drive with Uber in your city.

See the list of eligible vehicles

Vehicle options in your country

UberX

Most newer cars qualify to drive with UberX, the most popular vehicle option for riders.

Additional requirements

  • 4-door vehicle with independently opening passenger doors
  • Have 5 factory-installed seats and seat belts
  • Working windows and air conditioning
  • No vans, box trucks, or similar vehicles
  • No taxi cabs, government cars, or other marked vehicles
  • No salvaged or rebuilt vehicles
  • No aftermarket seating modifications, such as installed seats, seat belts, or BedRyder systems

UberXL

Seat extra passengers—and earn higher fares—with your high-capacity vehicle.

Additional requirements

  • 4-door vehicle with independently opening passenger doors
  • Have 7 factory-installed seats and seat belts
  • Working windows and air conditioning
  • No vans, box trucks, or similar vehicles
  • No taxi cabs, government cars, or other marked vehicles
  • No salvaged or rebuilt vehicles
  • No aftermarket seating modifications, such as installed seats, seat belts, or BedRyder systems

Comfort

Comfort was designed to maximize possibilities on the Uber platform.

Additional requirements:

  • Maintain eligibility on a different Uber option such as UberX, Select, UberXL, Uber Black, or Uber Black SUV
  • Have a minimum star rating of 4.85 and have completed at least 100 trips
  • Drive a vehicle with more legroom than smaller, compact cars eligible for UberX and that meet the minimum vehicle year requirement

Uber vehicle decals

The Uber decal must be displayed in your windshield when picking up and dropping off at the airport. Place it on your front passenger windshield facing outward.

Once you become an Uber driver, we will mail you a decal. You should receive it within 7 business days. If you ever need a new decal after you become a driver, you can request a new one be mailed to you. You can also pick one up at your local Greenlight Hub.

Local requirements

To ensure that you stay safe and compliant on the road, all drivers should be aware of local regulatory requirements.

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The information 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.