Signing up to deliver with Uber Eats
Quick answer
Uber Eats couriers sign up through the Uber Driver app or website with a phone number and email, then upload ID and complete checks for their city. Bike and scooter couriers usually need fewer documents than car couriers. Your phone number is used for every delivery and for security codes, so use your own long-term number. If the SMS code doesn't arrive, check the number and wait before resending. Temporary numbers aren't suitable for courier accounts.
Delivering for Uber Eats uses the same Driver app and account system as driving, with requirements that depend on your vehicle and city.
What you'll need
| Vehicle | Typical requirements |
|---|---|
| Car | Driver's license, vehicle documents, insurance, background check |
| Scooter or motorbike | License and insurance where required, background check |
| Bike or on foot | ID and background check in most cities |
Phone verification
You confirm your number with an SMS code at sign-up and on new devices. If it doesn't arrive, check that short codes aren't blocked and request it again after a minute.
Keep work numbers permanent
Courier accounts are tied to your identity and payouts. A number you don't control can lock you out. Use your own number here and save temporary numbers for one-off verification on personal consumer accounts.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Uber Eats courier app different from the driver app?
In most cities both use the Uber Driver app; you choose delivery as your earning option.
Can I switch from delivery to rides later?
Yes, if you meet your city's requirements for drivers.
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