Working as an Uber driver has become an alternative for many professionals in Portugal, especially in large urban centers. Flexible working hours and the possibility of variable income depending on effort and the city where you work have led more and more people to consider this option. According to TikTok content creator @nilda.lourenco88, “the amount a driver can earn depends on the city, the type of car and the time of day they drive”.
According to the same source, Lisbon and Porto have the greatest demand, but also more intense competition. There are also “times that pay better”. Trips made during nights and weekends tend to be more profitable, due to increased demand and dynamic fares. Category cars premium they can generate higher returns, although this difference depends on the volume of customers and the commissions applied.
Average earnings and main costs
The content creator explains that, for those who work through a company that provides the vehicle, the average monthly net income varies between 800 and 1,500 euros. Drivers who own their own car can earn up to 1,000 more euros per month, as they do not need to share profits with an intermediary entity. “Gains can reach 2,500 euros net per month, depending on operational costs”, he details.
The publication adds that these costs include fuel, which can represent between 100 and 200 euros per week; vehicle insurance and maintenance, which varies between 150 and 250 euros per month; as well as the commission charged by the platform, which varies between 20 and 25% of the value of each trip. In addition to these amounts, taxes applicable to self-employed workers are also added.
What is needed to start driving
According to the Uber website, the first step is to register online, requiring only an email address and a smartphone. Candidates can choose between two options: registering as a driver associated with a fleet or creating their own company as a fleet partner. If you want to work independently, you must first create a partner account and then a driver account.
The same source states that drivers must present several mandatory documents, including the Citizen Card, the driving license, the criminal record certificate, a passenger transport license (TVDE) and a profile photograph. Fleet partners must prove their commercial registration, present specific licenses and civil liability and personal accident insurance policies.
Vehicles and account activation
According to the company, only fleet partners can add vehicles to the system. These must comply with the legal requirements to operate in Portugal and be properly insured. Depending on the owner of the car, whether the driver, the fleet partner or a third party, different documents are required, such as the Single Car Document, the rental contract or the insurance green card.
Once the process is complete and all documents have been verified, the account can be activated. The indicates that candidates can “schedule an appointment in person or online at Green Light in Lisbon” to receive support with registration or initial configuration.
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