Requirements on the road
To help you stay safe and compliant on the road, this page talks about being aware of local regulatory requirements. Please take the time to read and understand your obligations under these regulations.
Regulations for drivers
Displaying sticker/sign
Some regulations require you to display a sign or sticker that shows that you're a passenger transport vehicle.
To help with this, we provide a removable Uber sticker to be displayed on your vehicle whenever you’re online. If the sticker is not properly displayed, or if it’s not visible while you’re driving with the Driver app (day or night), you could be issued a fine by local authorities.
Reporting incidents
All notifiable occurrences (incidents) must be reported to Uber.
What counts as a notifiable occurrence? It’s any mechanical failures, accidents, or injuries that have occurred during your trip, or situations where an ambulance or police are involved. This includes incidents that occur when a rider is in the vehicle, when you’re on your way to pick up a rider, or when you have just dropped off a passenger. We may then report any notifiable occurrence to your local transit authority.
Vehicle inspections and maintenance
A vehicle inspection must be obtained every year, regardless of vehicle age, and regular maintenance must be carried out to specific standards.
Changes in circumstances
Uber must be notified of any changes to your circumstances.
Safety and eligibility standards
All rideshare drivers must abide by specific safety standards.
Obligations for passenger services generally
You need to be aware of the specific offenses relating to passenger service.
Cameras (eg, dashcams)
You need to be aware of your specific state's obligations when it comes to using a camera in your vehicle (dashcam).
Driver requirements
Display sticker/sign
Some regulations require you to display a sign or sticker that helps riders identify that you are a rideshare driver. To help with this, we provide a removable Uber sticker to be displayed on your vehicle whenever you’re online (where required). If the sticker is not properly displayed, or if it’s not visible while you’re driving with the Driver app (day or night), you could be subject to penalties by local authorities.
Driving-hour limits
State and local regulations may enforce limits on the number of hours drivers can spend online on rideshare platforms. To help you keep track of your time online, the Driver app will alert you when you’re approaching the applicable limit, and then again when you’ve been online for the maximum amount of time. After a substantial period of time offline, driving time resets and you can go online again to receive trip requests.
Community Guidelines
Our Community Guidelines were developed to help make every experience feel safe, respectful, and positive. Everyone who signs up for an Uber account across all of our apps, including drivers, riders, delivery people, Uber Eats users, and restaurants, is expected to follow the guidelines. Tap here for more information.
Driving at the airport
You can get clear, detailed information related to airport pickups by tapping below.
Remember, it's always your responsibility to understand and comply with the law when you’re out on the road. Nothing on Uber’s website is legal or tax advice. If you have questions about the law, you can always consult your local department of transportation and/or an appropriate legal or tax professional.
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