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Make sure you're able to meet all the minimum requirements for Uber driving in Canberra before you get started. There are:
All Uber drivers need to be:
You can get this through Uber, via its partners, or can get it done yourself at certified providers of your choice. It involves:
Once you have these, submit the documents to Access Canberra via mail or email for processing.
Got these documents handy? Apply online to become an Uber driver now.
There are minimum requirements for standard Uber passenger driving (UberX), and some additional requirements for other types of driving.
To pass the Uber inspection, make sure your car:
Uber type | Model year | Vehicle type | Seating | Insurance | Special requirements | Eligible models |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UberX | 10 years old or less (2007 model or newer as of 2017) | 4 doors | Seat 4-7 passengers | Accredited for rideshare by Access Canberra | Are not taxis, government, branded or rebuilt vehicles | Check here |
UberASSIST | 10 years old or less (model year 2007 as of 2017) | 4 doors | Seat 4-7 passengers | Registered and CTP-insured in the ACT, with additional consideration for rideshare | Can accommodate folding wheelchairs, walkers, collapsible scooters, and other assistive devices | Check here |
You can rent an Uber-ready car through Uber partners to become a driver, even if you don't have your own vehicle.
You are able to choose from a selection of compact, hybrid, SUV and luxury vehicle models with Uber partner rent-to-own plans.
You can go through Uber partners, but an eligible vehicle loan from a bank, credit union or standalone car lender might also suit your needs.
You will need to pass an ACT Roadworthy vehicle inspection before you can drive for Uber in Canberra. This also needs to be done no more than 30 days before applying for your ACT rideshare accreditation.
To make it easier, Uber provides this service free of charge through RedBook Inspect, located at Unit 2, Quilpie Crescent, Fyshwick.
You can use a Canberra Uber calculator to work out how much you might earn as a driver, and whether it's worth it.
Consider this table for an estimate, based on near full-time driving, making 24 trips a day (at an average of 14 minutes and 4km each), working 6 hours a day and 5 days per week, and then minus 10% for petrol and other costs.
Uber type | Gross earnings per trip | Fees deducted per trip | Total earnings |
---|---|---|---|
UberX | $13.90 | Uber fee (25%): $3.47 Fuel and other costs (10%): $1.40 | $9.03 per trip $216.72 per day $1,083.60 per week |
UberBlack | $35.60 | Uber fee (25%): $8.90 Fuel and other costs (10%): $3.60 | $23.10 per trip $554.40 per day $2,772 per week |
UberSUV | $42.00 | Uber fee (25%): $10.50 Fuel and other costs (10%): $4.20 | $27.30 per trip $655.20 per day $3,276 per week |
UberLUX | $52.00 | Uber fee (25%): $13 Fuel and other costs (10%): $5.20 | $33.80 per trip $811.20 per day $4,056 per week |
Or you can use this calculator to help work out whether it might be worth it.
Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this calculator, the results should be used as an indication only. It doesn't take into account your financial circumstances and is neither a quote or guarantee of your income as an Uber partner driver.
Trip requests can only be made from within the outlined area. Some areas are particularly popular, and can help you get more passengers fast.
It's a good idea to know how to cash in on this popular route, because it works slightly differently to other pickups.
Already an Uber driver, or just after a link to the app? Here it is, Uber for iOS and Android.
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Hi Tarek,
Thanks for getting in touch! You can still drive Uber without a card and you can learn more information on this via this page. Hope this was helpful. Don’t hesitate to message us back if you have more questions.
Best,
Nikki