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Signing up as an Uber driver in Melbourne is free. However, you'll need to meet a few requirements before you can become an Uber driver.
Our guide includes information on how it can be done as well as an Uber driver income calculator to determine what your potential earnings could be.
To become an Uber driver in Melbourne, it's a minimum requirement that all applicants must:
Your vehicle must meet the following requirements to be considered for use with any Uber service. It's important to note that if your vehicle does not pass the minimum specifications for UberX, it will likely not pass for other Uber types.
| Uber type | Model year | Vehicle type | Seating | Insurance | Special requirements | Eligible models |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UberX | 10 years old or less (from current year) | 4-door | 4 passengers | Registered and CTP-insured in Victoria | No former taxis, government-branded or rebuilt vehicles | Check here |
| UberSELECT | 10 years old or less (from current year) | 4-door | 4 passengers | Registered and CTP-insured in Victoria | Minimum 4.6 rating; Completed at least 50 trips; Drive an eligible vehicle | Check here |
| UberXL | 10 years old or less (from current year) | 4-door SUV or large passenger van | 6-7 passengers | Registered and CTP-insured in Victoria | Extra passenger capacity | Check here |
| UberASSIST | 10 years old or less (from current year) | 4-door | 4-7 passengers | Registered and CTP-insured in Victoria | Accommodate folding wheelchairs, walkers, collapsible scooters, and other assistive devices; Complete a free training course with the Australian Network on Disability | Check here |
| UberBLACK | 6 years old or less (from current year) | 4-door luxury vehicle | 4 passengers | Commercial vehicle insurance + VH registration plates | Drive an eligible black, grey or silver vehicle | Check here |
| UberEATS (car) | 1990 model or newer | Any | Any | Registered and CTP-insured in Victoria | Right to work in Australia and access to Medicare or private health insurance | Any |
Uber may amend this list of eligible vehicles at any time.
No car? No problem. Start now with a brand new car from Uber rental partners from less than $170 a week. This is an option to help you get started fast.
For a bit more you can rent-to-own your vehicle after 4 years. Choose from compact, hybrid, SUV and luxury models to get the car you want, and work to pay it off all at once.
Take care of it yourself, and tailor your own car finance options available through one of Uber's company partners or directly via a bank, credit union or standalone car lender.
In Melbourne, all drivers need to pass an initial and annual vehicle inspection to drive with Uber.
Uber has partnered with RedBook to make it easier, with inspection sites all around Victoria, and will send out an initial inspection invitation while you sign up as well as annual reminders ahead of time.
How much you can earn as an Uber driver varies depending on a number of factors, including how many hours you work, which city you're driving in and your regular expenses like fuel and car maintenance.
To see how much you might earn with your driving schedule, enter your income and vehicle expenses into the calculator below. 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.
Drive at the peak hours to boost your income, and in some of the key popular areas, including:
Across all of these, you have some clear peak hours including:
Driving in rainy weather, or major events, are also great ways to pick up more passengers.
Get started by signing up and downloading the Uber app here:
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Just wondering, can you just do Uber driving for people in eg: bayside Melbourne where I live? Or do you have to do whenever and wherever they ask?
Hi Ivana,
Thanks for contacting Finder.
For Uber rides, you have the ability to decline a trip if it will difficult for you to complete it. The rides that will be given to you will be based on your current location, the destination of your passenger will be anywhere within the vicinity of the state where you are registered.
I hope this helps.
Cheers,
Ash
Are there many female uber drivers? also I notice that Jeep cherooke is not listed as a suitable car, it seats 4 passengers and is only 4 years old.
Hi Lois,
Thanks for getting in touch. I hope you are doing well. Lady drivers are accepted to drive UBer however, we aren’t able to provide information on the number of registered Uber drivers in Melbourne. You can reach out to Uber directly to obtain this information. You can find the list of Uber approved car list on the main page of Uber.
Hope this helps and feel free to reach out to us again for further assistance.
Best,
Nikki
Hi, I have a clean New Zealand full licence which I am in the process of converting to Australian full licence. If I get my Aussie full licence next week do you think I am eligible to drive UberX straightaway without waiting for 6 months? Thanks
Hi Madawala,
Thanks for getting in touch! As required by UBER, your Australia driver’s licence needs to be good and valid for 6 months before driving UBER in Australia.
Hope this helps. Feel free to reach out to us again for further assistance.
Best,
Nikki
UBER DRIVERS MUST HAVE AN ABN NUMBER?
Hi Lu,
Thanks for getting in touch!
Yes, if you are a driver for ridesharing services, you must register for an Australian Business Number (ABN) and GST. Note that an ABN doesn’t replace your tax file number, but it is used for various tax and other business purposes.
At present, rideshare drivers are considered independent contractors based on a range of factors which entails the driver’s ability to choose their own hours and personal ownership of the vehicle. As a rideshare driver, you’re operating under a Sole Trader business structure and therefore must register an ABN as a Sole Trader.
To register for ABN, simply visit the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.
Hope this helps! For any clarifications, feel free to message us again.
Best,
Nikki
Would a Kia Sportage 2019 model be considered an UberBlack?
Hello Jagstar,
Thank you for your comment.
Unfortunately, no. Kia Sportage is considered under UberX. For UberBLACK, they consider Kia K900 (model).
Regards,
Jhezelyn