Here’s How You Can Make Bank Driving Using The Uber App

A fun and flexible way to get cashed up? I'm all ears.

Ever wondered how you could make extra money with your spare time? In a way that's fun, stress-free and doesn't keep you beholden to the whims of another boss? Well, say hello to the world of driving with Uber. Your life might just get sweeter from this moment — so buckle in.

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Driving using the Uber app has become ~über popular~ around the world for good reason — it's an easy way to make money fast and when it suits you. 

Once you're signed up, you're fully in control. Here's how you can change your life and income, within days:

1. Decide when, where and how long you want to drive for — you dictate your schedule.

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Being a driver-partner brings you a level of freedom that's actually pretty rare when it comes to making money. 

If you've got spare time on your hands, you can decide on the spot to turn that time into cash. Just log into the app, accept a job, and you can be off earning money within minutes.

Jessica, 30, based in NSW, has been driving using the Uber app for six months and hasn't looked back. It's now her main gig.

"I love the flexibility it gives me, and being able to decide when I do and don't work. Recently, I had a friend visit from overseas who I hadn't seen for three years — and I loved that I could organise my driving around spending time with her."

2. You can earn great money and (amazingly) it lands in your bank at least weekly. Ker-ching!

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How much cash you make depends on a few factors — but pretty much all of those factors, you control. From the times you choose to drive, to which trips you take, and how often you take advantage of the in-app promotions — the power is entirely in your hands. 

"I've earned $531 in a day before, when I jumped on a promotion," says Jessica, "Though usually my goal is to make around $300 a day. And I love how it comes into your bank account quickly. You see the money fast."

Michael, 24, from Victoria, has been driving using the Uber app for over a year now and says it's a relief having income he can rely on: "Before this, I was working in a bar and I hated how unreliable my shifts were — changing last minute or being cancelled altogether on a slow night. But driving using the Uber app has let me dictate exactly when I work. I get a real buzz when I look back on the night and see how much money I've made!" 

3. Amazing promotions are often up for grabs in-app — and these can properly boost your earnings.

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Promotions that pop up in the app are generally linked to how many trips you do. They can make a BIG difference to what you bring in, and are a welcome (and frankly exciting!) incentive for anyone driving using the Uber app. You're gonna love 'em.

4. No two days are the same. In fact, no two rides are the same!

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This is what makes driving with the Uber app quite special — every trip is its own unique experience.

"Sometimes I'll just listen to music or podcasts, other times I might be chatty with riders. Some people want a bit of quiet time; others want to share their stories. I just love how every day and every ride is completely different," says Jessica.

Michael agrees, pointing out the genuine connections he's made on the road. "I honestly meet the greatest people as a driver-partner," he says. "I'll totally respect those who want a little silent time while we drive, but most people I find are up for a chat and I've met so many legends — genuine people, from all walks of life, who I'd never have connected with otherwise." 

5. For women and non-binary driver-partners, you can set a preference to receive trip requests from female riders, as well as check out the ratings of the people you're driving.

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Recognising the reluctance of some female and non-binary driver partners to pick up certain trips — especially at night, which is generally optimum earning hours — the folks over at Uber introduced the Women Rider Preference feature. 

This allows the app to preference matching you with women riders — empowering you with more confidence to drive anytime, anywhere and improve your earning opportunities.

Sarah, 26, has been driving using the Uber app for almost a year and says the new feature has increased her earning potential: 

"I didn't notice the Women Rider Preference until about a month ago and already it's given me so much more confidence with night trips — not to mention more money," she says. "I've never had a bad experience with any of my passengers, but as a young woman, you could say I'm risk averse — so until recently, I just wasn't working after 8pm. But now, I love having the choice of women-only trips! It also makes me feel really good that I'm doing my small bit to get women home safely at night." 

6. Signing up is quick and easy — you could be ready to go within just a week or so.

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As long as you're over 21, hold a valid driver's license in your state/territory — and in any Australian state/territory for at least 12 months (six months if in Melbourne) — you can jump right in and sign up to drive using the Uber app. But requirements can vary between states/territories, so it's best to jump online and check your eligibility. 

"A friend recommended I give it a go and within a couple of  weeks I was up and driving using the Uber app," says Sarah. "I needed money fast and it was a relief to not have to put myself through exhaustive interview processes and waste my time."

Just upload your documents, wait for approval, and then you'll need to pass a background check. Once that's done, you're away.

7. If you don't currently have a car to drive, but are considering making the move, don't worry — help is at hand!

If you don't have a vehicle, you can rent one! Uber has a number of rental partners, so just visit the Uber Marketplace where you can connect with rental partners for a range of options including renting, leasing or financing.

8. Plus, you'll land yourself a bonus $750 if you sign-up now and complete 30 trips.

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You can receive an extra $750 if you sign-up now and complete 30 trips within 90 days of signing up (catch me submitting my application as we speak.) This is only for a limited time and in select cities though, so find out if it applies to you by heading here. 

Plus, you can learn more here about how the fares are calculated, and how the different promotions work.

So, get amongst it, friends — you could start making more money as of this week! Head to the Uber Drive website for more details and sign up.