Can minors ride Uber alone UK?

Account holders should not request a ride for someone under the age of 18 who will not be accompanied by either the account holder or another adult during the ride. An under 18 taking a trip alone is a safety concern, and our Community Guidelines help keep you and the rider safe.



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Unaccompanied minors can only use Uber via an approved teen profile in an eligible city. So in any areas that doesn't have UberX Teen or teen profiles, riders under 18 can't use Uber alone. Minors can't request rides, and minors can't ride alone in an Uber even if a parent or guardian says that they requested the ride.

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Uber and Lyft provide a convenient, on-demand rideshare solution for adults. HopSkipDrive is uniquely designed to arrange transportation for children ages six and up, who ride by themselves with trusted, thoroughly vetted CareDrivers.

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When a trip request comes from a teen account: The teen is allowed to bring other riders with them, but they must be 13 years old or older. Guest riders aged 13 to 17 must say that they have permission from a parent or legal guardian. All teens have to sit in the back seat and should buckle up.

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Our guidelines were developed to help make every experience feel safe, respectful, and positive. That's why our Community Guidelines specify that riders must be 18 years or older to have an Uber account, and must be at least 18 years old to ride unaccompanied in a vehicle.

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Can I pay for Uber with cash? Yes, you can pay with cash. Before requesting a ride, go to the Payment section in the app and select Cash. At the end of your trip, pay cash directly to your driver.

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*To register as a delivery partner with Uber Eats, you must be at least 18 years old.

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This is especially true with the introduction of rides for teens. Teen accounts are the only authorized way for teens aged 13-17 to use the Uber platform with consent from their legal guardian.

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Wherever Uber is available in the US, you can call 1-833-USE-UBER (1-833-873-8237) 7 days a week, from 4am to 10pm ET. You can request a ride anytime, 24/7, in Uber's mobile app or online.

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A guide for how to use Uber
  1. Create an account. All you need is an email address and phone number. ...
  2. Enter your destination. Open the app and enter where you're going in the Where to? ...
  3. Meet your driver. You can track their arrival on the map. ...
  4. Check your ride. ...
  5. Sit back and relax. ...
  6. Rate your trip.


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Our guidelines were developed to help make every experience feel safe, respectful, and positive. That's why our Community Guidelines specify that riders must be 18 years or older to have an Uber account, and must be at least 18 years old to ride unaccompanied in a vehicle.

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Please stop requesting rides for your children under 18. It is against the TOS you agreed to when you joined the app. We are not licensed nor insured to transport minors.

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Uber One is a subscription option which gives you access to benefits such as savings on Uber and Uber Eats. There are monthly memberships available for $9.99 and annual memberships at $99.99. Uber One also has partnerships with third parties that offer a discounted membership to eligible users.

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We don't allow passengers under the age of 18 to take Lyfts without an adult. If a driver believes a passenger might be underage, the driver may ask the passenger to confirm their age. Riders who receive multiple reports for appearing to be underage will need to go through an additional identity verification process.

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How it works
  1. Open your app. Tap to open the app, then tap Where to?
  2. Choose the rider. Above the address box, you'll see a scroll-down option where you can make your selection.
  3. Sit back and relax.


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In Toronto, taxis are considered a form of public transportation. So just like on a bus, passengers are not required to use a car seat in a cab. But Uber and Lyft drivers must have a car seat to drive around a child younger than eight, less than 80 pounds and shorter than four feet nine inches tall.

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At Uber, we're committed to the safety of you and your loved ones. And when using Uber with family members young and old, we realize that peace of mind is what's top of mind. That's why we've put together some tips and resources to help your whole family have a safe and reliable experience while on the go.

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uber allows only one account for one number. you can not open another account with same old phone number.

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