Are you interested in becoming an Uber driver in Kenya to supplement your income? So, how do you get started as an Uber driver? Learn how to become an Uber driver in Kenya in this post.
How to Become an Uber Driver
Like any other job application, joining Uber comes with a set of standards you must meet to become a member of their team. Here are some of the requirements for becoming an Uber driver in Kenya.
Minimum Driver Requirements in Kenya
- You must be at least 21 years old and have a valid national ID card and a PSV driver’s license.
- Make sure you have a working phone number and an email address.
- Must go through a thorough safety inspection.
- Uber’s seal of approval
- Use an iPhone or Android device with a version of 4.0 or higher.
Minimum Vehicle Requirements for Uber Kenya
- PSV (Personal Safety Vehicle) Insurance
- Certificate of Registration for a vehicle
- The vehicle must have been manufactured in 2006 or later.
- Inspection report on the vehicle
- National ID of a Partner
- A radio that works
- The vehicle must have four doors.
How to Become an Uber Driver in Kenya: Process of Registration
Uber Kenya is a company that provides transportation services. Registration is simple and can be completed in under 5 minutes. Go to the Uber sign-up page to begin the process. Make sure to fill out all the necessary fields and upload all the necessary information.
Following the submission of the required information, you will receive your driver’s license information, auto insurance information, and registration information.
How to Register for Uber in Kenya
To begin driving, you must first complete the sign-up process and then download the Uber partner app. The software is available on both the Play Store and the App Store. You’ll be offline when you first launch the app, so swipe right on the bar in the upper left-hand corner to go online and start accepting rides. Uber will direct you to where your passenger made their request using Google Maps.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uber in Kenya
How will I be compensated?
Uber will deposit your weekly earnings into your bank account, which is convenient. You can also sign up for an Uber Visa card, which allows you to transfer payments instantaneously and comes in useful, or use M-Pesa.
What type of insurance do I require?
I messaged Uber support to double-check that I had the correct newborn information. They told me that they keep the following coverage from the time you accept a trip until the journey is completed and the riders exit the vehicle:
Liability to a third party
Injuries caused by uninsured or underinsured motorists
Contingent comprehensive and collision insurance (Uber’s policy will cover physical damage to that vehicle up to the car’s actual cash value if you keep comprehensive and collision insurance on your policy).
Is it possible for me to hire a car to drive for Uber?
Yes, the simple answer is yes. Go to Uber’s website for information on short-term rental alternatives, automobile leasing, or special automotive discounts offered by leading manufacturers.
How do I handle Uber taxes?
The 1099-K will be used. It can be found on your Uber dashboard online, or Uber will send it to you. Gross fares, tolls, sales tax, local taxes, Airport fees, split fare costs, and safe ride fees are used to compute form payments.
The 1099-MISC is another form you may need to complete. Compensation between Uber and its driver partners is reported, including referrals, incentive payments, prizes, awards, and other income payments. If you don’t receive that in the mail or don’t see it, you weren’t eligible and didn’t need to worry about filling it out, so you’re good to go.
Does Uber supply Uber drivers with a car?
Except for the driver app, Uber supplies you with nothing, and you take nothing else 75 percent of the time. Finally, please feel free to express any questions, recommendations, or concerns in the comments section below. Until then, have a safe and enjoyable Uber ride.
