Do I need TLC license for Uber in NYC?

New York City Regulations NYC requires Uber and Lyft drivers to get a license from the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC). In this respect, rideshare drivers working in NYC stand on equal footing with taxi and limousine drivers. To get a TLC license, the driver must undergo background and driving history checks.



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All drivers must possess a valid New York driver's license in order to drive with Uber.

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Criteria for approval
  1. Age: You must be at least 19 years old.
  2. Social Security Number: You must have a valid Social Security Number when you submit your application.
  3. Points on your license: No more than 6 points on your DMV license within a 15 month period back from your most recent violation date.


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As of April 1, 2023, we are limiting new for-hire vehicle driver sign-ups in New York City, largely due to TLC's utilization regulations. Create an account to join the waitlist to drive with Uber in NYC. TLC recently approved a Street Hail Livery (SHL) Pilot program.

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All drivers must possess a valid New York driver's license in order to drive with Uber.

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E For-hire: Taxi, Livery, Limo. Age 18 or older. The same type of vehicles as Class D, plus for-hire vehicles that carry 14 passengers or less, not including stretch limos. F, G, R, W. M Motorcycle.

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See details and sample images of each required document below. Drivers are required to have a valid driver's license. Driver's license can be from any state, as long as you have a current TLC driver license. Drivers are required to upload a copy of their New York State or New Jersey vehicle registration.

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Technically, a driver could make $500 in a day with Uber — if everything fell into place. In May 2021, The Washington Post reported that some drivers in big cities were making close to $50 an hour due to good strategy and a driver shortage. In such cases, if drivers work 10-hour days, they could certainly reach $500.

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The driving skills that you've perfected since your teen years can be used to make money as an Uber driver. For instance, if you drive for 40 hours a week, you can make on average about $1000. However, this may vary based on location, how much you drive, and other expenses you need to pay.

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