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What do I need to drive Uber in NYC?

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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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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Uber Car Requirements Be a 4-door vehicle. Be a 2004 or newer.

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Uber is a completely legal and authorized car service in NYC. They are also safe to take. Uber drivers must undergo an extensive background check, including a criminal background screening. Uber has a review system where customers can rate their driver.

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The results might shock you. She found that without tips or surge pricing, hailing a cab was always less expensive than an UberX or a standard Lyft. Cab prices averaged 35-83% less than a ride-share.

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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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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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