How To Become An Uber Driver In Ghana

Uber allows people who own a vehicle to sign up and become a driver, and passengers who want to have a ride can call for a car using the Uber app on their smartphone.

Then an Uber driver is called to the passenger's location to pick up the passenger and take the passenger to their destination.

Below is How To Become An Uber Driver In Ghana

If you have been wondering how to become an Uber driver in Ghana, and you want to know the full registration process, then we have got you covered. In this step-by-step guide, we will show you all the necessary steps and requirements that you need to register your car for Uber Service in Ghana.

Documents Required to Become An Uber Driver in Ghana

Below are the documents required to partner with Uber as a driver in Ghana.

Must have a photo (clear headshot)

Car model must be 2000 and newer

Driver's License

Car Insurance

Proof of Insurance – Upload the proof of insurance document for your vehicle. The insurance cover should be third-party insurance with comprehensive cover.

Clearance certificate from Ghana police headquarters

You must be at least 21 years' old to drive with Uber In Ghana

Roadworthy Sticker

How to Obtain Roadworthy Sticker (DVLA)

The roadworthy sticker can be acquired by registering your vehicle at the nearest DVLA office. In the process of registering your vehicle, your vehicle goes through several checks to make sure it is in good condition to be on the road. If your vehicle passes this test, the DVLA will issue you the roadworthy sticker.

Uber Ghana Car Requirements

Not every car is accepted on the Uber Ghana service network. The following are the specific requirements for the accepted vehicles on the Uber driver service network.

The Car model must be 2000 and newer

Your car must have no major cosmetic damage

It must not be a salvaged or rebuilt vehicle.

The car must possess 4 working doors and air conditioning

Full-sized vans or marked vehicles are not acceptable

Taxis or government marked vehicles are not acceptable

Recommended Vehicles for Uber Service in Ghana

Below is the list of vehicles recommended for Uber service in Ghana.

Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Fusion, Ford Escape, Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Optima, Mazda MAZDA3, Nisan Altima, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Prius, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Camry, Volkswagen Jetta, Volvo S40

This list is by no means exhaustive. It is just a clear picture of what is required from an Uber driver in Ghana.

How to Register to Become An Uber Driver in Ghana

Once you have met all the necessary requirements, proceed to sign up at https://www.uber.com/signup/drive.

Thereafter, you will receive an email from Uber requesting that you fill in some documents and upload the scanned documents and send them back.

Uber Interview and Background Check

During this stage, Uber will use your uploaded documents to conduct thorough background checks to ascertain if an intending driver possesses a criminal history. Intending Uber drivers are also expected to undergo a screening process where they are required to pass both oral and written interviews to ascertain their driving skills. This process takes about 2 to 3 weeks.

Uber then signs you up on the platform once you pass the screening process, background checks, and vehicle inspection.

How Much Do Uber Driver Earn in Ghana?

The Demand for Uber service is quite high in Accra. If you decide to become a full-time driver with Uber, you are going to be making a lot of trips which translates to lots of money.

Base far: GHS1.7

Cost per min: GHS0.19

Cost per KM: GHS0.81