Uber and Lyft do not list citizenship as a requirement for its applicants. The companies require valid driver’s licenses that can be obtained by citizens and permanent residents with rules varying by state.
Category: Driver Requirements
Does Uber or Lyft limit driver hours?
Uber Uber limits each driver to 12 hours of continuous access to the app before requiring a six-hour break. Lyft Lyft requires each driver to take a continuous break of at least six hours after 14 hours of continuous driving or access to the app’s driver mode.
Do I need a TLC license to drive for Uber or Lyft?
New York City’s Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) licenses Lyft and Uber drivers to comply with local regulations. Uber and Lyft drivers are required to hold TLC licenses to drive in the city’s five boroughs.
Can I drive for Uber or Lyft with a felony?
Uber and Lyft list felonies as disqualifying traits in their background check policies. The companies note that local and state laws may require adjustments to this policy.
Can I be an Uber or Lyft driver without a SSN?
A valid Social Security Number (SSN) is required to complete driver applications for Uber and Lyft. Applicant SSNs are used by both companies for annual tax paperwork and background checks.