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Deliver when you want, make what you need.

Earn on your own schedule.

Get paid to deliver

Your vehicle, your time

Grab your car, bike, or scooter and be a delivery driver whenever you want—for an hour, a weekend, or throughout the week. See below to find the requirements for each way of getting around.

When you get paid to deliver using Uber, your earnings are automatically transferred to your bank account every week. Plus, with Instant Pay, food delivery drivers can cash out up to 6 times a day.

Track your earnings

Before you accept any order, you’ll be able to see how much you’ll get paid to deliver it. In addition, customers have the option to tip in-app, and 100% of tips are yours to keep.

How food delivery driving works

If you’re new to earning with Uber, you’ll need to sign up to be a delivery person, consent to a screening, and upload the required documents and a photo. Once you’re notified that you are active, you can begin to receive delivery requests. The Driver app offers resources and will help you learn as you go.

Already a driver on the Uber platform?

You can start receiving delivery requests by going to the Driver app menu. Then select Account > Work Hub > Deliver food with Uber Eats. Once you review and accept the delivery terms, you’ll be ready to deliver. You can turn delivery requests on and off as you wish.

Log in

When you’re ready to start being a delivery driver, you can go online in the Driver app. The app will show available food delivery requests near you. You can tap to accept.

Deliver orders

The app provides suggested navigation and information from restaurants and your customers to help your deliveries run smoothly. If you need more assistance, you can contact Support in the app, too.

Earn money

You’ll get paid for every pickup and dropoff you complete, plus a per-mile rate. In some cities, you’ll also receive a per-minute rate. In addition, Uber Eats customers can tip you if they’d like.

Here's what you need to start delivering with Uber Eats

There are many ways to deliver with Uber: with a car, a scooter, or a bicycle—or even on foot. Each way has different requirements.

With a car

  • Be at least 19 years old
  • Have a 2-door or 4-door vehicle
  • Have a valid driver’s license in your name
  • Have a Social Security number for a background screening

With a motorbike

  • Be at least 19 years old
  • Have a valid driver’s license in your name
  • Have a Social Security number for a background screening

With a bike or on foot

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Have a government-issued ID
  • Have a Social Security number and other personal information for a background screening

Frequently asked questions

  • Requirements vary depending on whether you’re driving a car or a scooter, or you’re biking or walking. When you sign up to deliver, you’ll be prompted about which documents are required based on your mode of transportation. Delivery drivers in the US must also pass a background screening.

    • Your safety is a top priority. Uber has a global Safety team dedicated to doing our part to help prevent incidents. Visit the links below to learn more about the safety features in the app and safeguards such as GPS tracking and the emergency assistance button.
    • Uber’s commitment to safety
    • Delivery safety at Uber
  • Most 2-door and 4-door vehicles qualify for deliveries on Uber. You can also use a scooter or a bike, or even deliver on foot in some cities.

  • Your total earnings come from base fare, promotions, and tips (you keep 100% of your tips).

    • After you provide all the necessary information, activating your account generally takes from a few minutes to 48 hours, depending on documents and background check processing times. After everything is set, you’ll receive an email, then you'll be ready to hit the road.
    • Download the Driver app

Still have questions?

Top cities in the US to get paid to deliver with Uber

These are just some of the places with the most requests for delivery drivers to deliver food on the Uber platform. Check your Uber Eats app for availability.

Deliver your way in the app

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.

*Delivery varies by city. In many markets, proof of residency is required.