What documents do I need for my application?

Are you looking to provide your delivery services as a Just Eat courier in Ireland? Make sure you have the correct documents ready to go before you apply. This guide breaks down exactly what you'll need for an easy application.

The 3 must-have documents 

There are 3 must-have documents you need ready when applying to provide your delivery services as a courier at Just Eat:

• A government-issued photo ID

• A driving licence (if using a car/van/motorcycle/scooter)

• Hire & Reward Insurance

Document 1: a primary ID

A government-issued photo ID is used to verify your identity during the application process. If you're delivering by bicycle or e-bike and don't have a driving licence, you'll need to upload a government-issued ID instead.

What types of government-issued ID are acceptable?

Any government-issued ID is genuinely accepted as proof of identity. This can include:

✅ Valid Irish Passport or International Passport

✅ EU/EEA National Identity Cards

✅ Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card

What to check before uploading:

Make sure your ID document shows:

• Your full name

• Your photo

• Your date of birth

• Expiry date (and is not expired)

Tips for uploading your ID

When uploading your ID, make sure that: 

• Your document is valid (not expired) 

• Ensure good lighting when taking a photo (no glare or blur) 

• Make sure all 4 corners are visible

Document 2: a driving licence 

When applying to deliver with Just Eat using a car, van, scooter, or motorbike, you need to upload a driving licence to prove you can legally drive. However, if you plan on using a bicycle or e-bike, you only need a government-issued photo ID. In summary, whether you need to upload a driving licence depends on what vehicle you plan to deliver on.

Can I apply using a provisional driving licence?

An applicant on a scooter/moped can use a provisional driving licence if they also provide an Initial Basic Training (IBT) certificate.

What about non-EU driving licences? 

If you have a non-European Union (EU) driving licence or international driving permit, you can drive in Ireland for up to 12 months. If your licence is not in English, you must also provide a notarised translation of your licence.

Tips for uploading your driving licence

When uploading your driving licence, make sure that: 

• You upload both sides of your licence as two separate photos

• Make sure your licence is valid (not expired) 

• Ensure good lighting when taking a photo (no glare or blur) 

• Make sure all 4 corners are visible

Document 3: Hire and Reward insurance

Your normal car or motorcycle insurance only covers personal use (for example, going shopping, or visiting friends). When you deliver for work, you need special cover, called "Hire and Reward" insurance. 

This type of insurance covers you for when you use your vehicle for business purposes - for example, getting paid to transport goods for people. If you work without it, you're breaking the law, and your insurance won't pay if you crash while delivering.

Who Needs Hire and Reward Insurance? 

You need Hire and Reward insurance if you drive a: 

✅ Car, van, motorcycle, or scooter

You do not need Hire and Reward insurance if you drive a: 

❌ Bicycle  

❌ E-bike

How to upload your Hire and Reward insurance

When you sign up for Hire & Reward insurance, your insurance provider will send you several documents - make sure you upload the correct one with the right information.

We accept either a Letter of Enrollment (for Pay-As-You-Go insurance) or a Certificate of Motor Insurance (for longer-term policies).

When uploading your insurance confirmation, these words must appear: "Hire and Reward" OR "Carriage of Goods" OR "Food delivery".

Other things to check on your insurance document include: 

✅ That your full name is spelled exactly like it is on your Just Eat profile

✅ If other companies are listed (like Uber Eats), "Just Eat" must appear too

❌ Don't upload: A quote, or an app screenshot

Tips for uploading your Hire and Reward insurance

When uploading your proof of Hire and Reward insurance, make sure that: 

• You upload a clear photo or scan of the insurance

• That all 4 corners of the document are visible

• That all the words on the document are readable

The final word 

Having the right documents ready before you apply with Just Eat makes all the difference. The better prepared you are, the faster your application gets approved—and the sooner you're on the road earning.