FAQ

Create a delivery account, download the Uber Driver app, choose your vehicle type, upload your documents, complete a background check, provide an ABN, finish any required training, then wait until your account is activated. The exact steps can change, so confirm the current process with Uber.

There is no guaranteed hourly or weekly amount. Earnings vary with location, demand, vehicle type, hours worked, expenses and other factors. Use our calculator for a personal estimate, not as a promise of income.

Typical documents can include proof of identity, a profile photo, an ABN, a background check, and proof of work eligibility. Cars, scooters and motorbikes usually also need a suitable driver licence and vehicle registration. Requirements vary by vehicle and location.

It depends on your documents, background check and whether extra checks are needed. Document reviews can take around a day, while background checks may take several days and sometimes longer. Uber’s own guidance has mentioned processing times of up to around 14 business days in some cases. There is no fixed guarantee.

Delivery people in Australia are generally required to pass a criminal background check. Uber currently uses National Crime Check (NCC) for this. You usually complete it online, then NCC shares the result with Uber. Times can vary.

Sydney is one of the Australian cities where Uber Eats delivery is commonly available. Availability, vehicle options and requirements can still vary, so confirm in the official Uber signup flow for your suburb.

Melbourne is commonly covered, but the vehicle types and documents you need can still depend on local rules. Check Uber’s current signup options for Melbourne.

Brisbane is commonly covered. As with other cities, confirm vehicle options, documents and any local requirements directly with Uber before you rely on older information.

No. Deliver AUS is an independent informational website. It is not owned, operated or endorsed by Uber. Always verify current requirements, offers and account issues on Uber’s own website or in the Uber Driver app.

In many Australian cities you can deliver by bicycle, e-bike, scooter, motorbike or car, but the options and documents depend on your city and local rules. Recreational e-scooters are generally not accepted. Check what Uber offers in your area before you sign up.

Not usually if you deliver by bicycle. For cars, scooters and motorbikes, a valid licence that matches the vehicle type is generally required. Some states accept certain provisional licences for cars, and overseas licences may be accepted for car deliveries in some states if you meet Uber’s conditions. Always verify this with Uber for your state.

A motorbike or scooter is often an option in eligible cities if you hold the correct licence and can provide the required documents, including vehicle registration. Recreational e-scooters are generally not accepted as a delivery vehicle. Confirm current options with Uber.

Yes in many cities, if you meet the licence, registration, identity, background check, ABN and training requirements that apply to your state or territory. Requirements can change, so check directly with Uber.

Only if your visa gives you the legal right to work in Australia, and only within your visa conditions. Many student visas have work-hour limits. Uber may also complete a VEVO check. Confirm your work rights with the Department of Home Affairs before you start.

Only if your visa conditions allow you to work, and only within those conditions. Work rights differ between visa types. Check VEVO or the Department of Home Affairs for your own visa before you sign up.

You generally need a visa or status that legally allows you to work in Australia. Uber may check this through VEVO. Working holiday, student and other temporary visas can have different conditions. Check your own visa before signing up.

Uber currently asks delivery people in Australia to provide an Australian Business Number (ABN). If you do not have one, you can usually apply for free through the Australian Business Register. Always check the latest Uber onboarding steps and ATO guidance.

Delivery partners are generally independent contractors, not employees. That usually means you are responsible for your own tax. Keep records of income and expenses, and get advice from the ATO or a qualified tax professional. This website does not give personal tax advice.

GST rules depend on your circumstances. Many small businesses only need to register if their GST turnover reaches the current ATO threshold, which is generally $75,000. Ride-sourcing (passenger trips) has different GST rules. Delivery work is not the same as rideshare. Check the ATO or a tax professional.

Delivery people are generally engaged as independent contractors, not as Uber employees. That affects tax, superannuation, leave and insurance. If you are unsure what that means for you, speak with a qualified adviser.

On an iPhone, search for Uber Driver in the App Store. On Android, search for Uber Driver in Google Play. Download the official app only from those stores, then sign in with your Uber account.

Open the Uber Driver app and sign in with the email, phone number or account details you used to create your Uber account. This website does not provide a login form and will never ask for your Uber password.