Uploading your documents
To drive using the Driver app in South Africa, you are required to upload certain documents to get your account set up. Refer to the information below when uploading each document.
Required documents
Driver documents
Uber Go, Electric and Mini
- SA Driving license with a valid PrDP
- You must be at least 21 years old.
- Criminal Background Check (available at ANY PostNet)
- Profile photo
Uber Comfort, XL and Van
- SA Driving license with a valid PrDP
- You must be at least 21 years old.
- Criminal Background Check (available at ANY PostNet)
- Profile photo
Vehicle documents
Uber Go, Go Electric and Mini
- Virtual vehicle inspection report (Scans AI)
Uber Comfort, XL and Van
- Comprehensive Vehicle inspection report (Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town and Durban)
Tips: uploading your documents
Follow these tips when uploading your documents:
Make sure all required details are clearly visible
Ensure your document contains all required details before uploading. The entire document should be clearly visible.
Upload your driver's licence first
This will speed up the approval process when we need to cross-check your licence with other documents.
Upload one image or PDF at a time
You can go here to get more information about uploading your documents through the Driver app.
Original documents only
We do not accept photocopied documents, so please make sure you only upload original documents.