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How long does it take to start driving Lyft?
I just bought a new car and I want to offset some of the cost of the monthly payment by driving for Lyft. I’d like to get started ASAP, but I know I have to wait for a background check. How long will it take to start driving for Lyft?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Gig work is a great way to earn money to pay off your
car loan
! To start driving for Lyft, it takes between 2 to 10 business days.Signing up is the easy part. Just log onto Lyft and follow the prompts. Applying to drive should only take about 15 minutes.
After you enter your information and upload any necessary documents, Lyft reviews your application and runs a background check. If everything is good, you should hear back quickly.
While the process can take up to two weeks, most drivers get a response in as little as 48 hours.
If you’re going to drive for Lyft, make sure that you add
rideshare insurance
to your current car insurance policy. It’s typically only a few extra bucks a month, but shopping around with the Jerry
app can save you some serious cash.Jerry is a licensed insurance broker that will collect quotes from over 50 top-rated insurers in minutes. After you find a great rate, Jerry can help you buy new insurance and cancel your old policy. Users save an average of $887 per year.
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