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Once you’re approved, you’ll also be able to drive anywhere in Illinois.


- 2009 or newer
  - See if your car qualifies for [Black](https://help.lyft.com/hc/en-us/articles/115012923147-Lyft-Lux-Lux-Black-and-Lux-Black-XL-rides-for-drivers#qualify) to earn more on each ride
- 4 doors
- 5-8 seats, including the driver’s
- Valid license plate — Out-of-state plates are also acceptable
- Not on the list of ineligible [subcompact vehicles](https://help.lyft.com/hc/en-us/articles/115013077448-Vehicle-requirements#sub) 
- Or rent a car through [Express Drive](https://www.lyft.com/expressdrive) with standard insurance included 

- Valid driver’s license — Temporary or out-of-state licenses are also acceptable
- 1 year of driving experience and be 25 or older
- Pass driver screening: reviews your driving history and criminal background check
- Any smartphone that can download and run the Lyft Driver app




- Proof of vehicle insurance
- Proof of vehicle registration
- Proof of vehicle inspection
- Driver profile photo — [Learn how](https://help.lyft.com/hc/en-us/articles/115012925787-How-to-take-and-update-driver-document-photos#profilephoto) to take the best photo.
- [Learn more](https://help.lyft.com/hc/en-us/articles/115013078528-Illinois-Driver-Information) about driving with Lyft in Chicago

[See requirements](https://www.lyft.com/driver-application-requirements "See requirements") 

You can fill out the application [here,](https://www.lyft.com/click/dax-onboarding) or in the Lyft Driver app  — download it from the [App Store (iOS)](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lyft-driver/id1203077485) or the [Google Play store.](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lyft.android.driver&hl=en)

After you’ve uploaded your required documents and passed the background checks, you’re ready to start earning on the road!

Head to the [learning center](https://www.lyft.com/click/dax-learningcenter "learning center") for helpful tutorials to get started, and make sure the Lyft emblem and other required documents are in your car. Open the Lyft Driver app, go online to start getting ride requests and making money on your own schedule. 

Get information about what you need to start driving for Lyft in Chicago. Driver and vehicle requirements vary by city and state.

Lyft Driver and Vehicle Requirements in Chicago

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