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As of April 1, 2019, we are not accepting new for-hire vehicle driver sign-ups in New York City, due in part to new TLC regulations.

If you did sign up to drive with Uber before April 1, but did not submit a TLC license application before April 1, your account has been placed on a waiting list. Applications that have been denied by the TLC will not be considered.

Create an account to join the waitlist to drive with Uber in NYC, and consider other ways to earn with Uber, like delivering with Uber Eats or driving with Uber outside of the five boroughs.

Get your license, get on the road

Steps to get your TLC license

Submit the TLC application

Step 1 is to fill out the online TLC license application.

Upgrade your license

Upgrade your driver's license to Class E or CDL, and request a certified abstract if your license is from out of state.

Defensive driving course

The TLC requires applicants to complete a Defensive Driving course with a TLC-approved course provider.

TLC medical exam

Take a quick, non-intrusive medical exam with a licensed physician.

WAV class

The TLC requires all applicants to complete a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) course.

24-hour FHV course

The TLC requires applicants to complete a 24-hour For Hire Vehicle (FHV) course with an exam administered at the end.

Drug test

All applicants must complete a drug test at a TLC-approved location.

Fingerprinting

The TLC requires all applicants be fingerprinted.