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Many new Uber Eats drivers don't realise that they're usually classed as self-employed, meaning it's their responsibility to register with HMRC, keep accurate records and complete a Self Assessment tax return if required.
The good news is that as a self-employed delivery driver, you can also claim a range of allowable business expenses, helping to reduce the amount of tax you pay.
This guide explains everything you need to know.
In most cases, yes.
Uber Eats drivers generally operate as self-employed sole traders. This means you're running your own business rather than being employed directly by Uber Eats.
As a result, you're responsible for:
If you're carrying out deliveries as a business, you'll usually need to register as self-employed with HMRC.
Once you've registered, HMRC will issue you with a Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR), which you'll use when completing your tax return.
Registering early helps avoid unnecessary stress and potential penalties.
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One of the biggest benefits of being self-employed is that you can deduct allowable business expenses from your income before calculating your tax.
Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to claim:
Many Uber Eats drivers deliver alongside PAYE employment.
You'll normally still need to declare your self-employed income separately through Self Assessment.
This is one of the most common situations we help clients with.
HMRC is changing the way many self-employed people report their income.
Making Tax Digital will introduce digital record keeping and quarterly updates for many self-employed individuals, making it even more important to keep accurate records.
We help delivery drivers across the UK prepare accurate Self Assessment tax returns while ensuring every legitimate expense is claimed.
Our team will:
Contact Go Tax Refunds today for expert help with your Uber Eats Self Assessment.
Deliveroo gives thousands of people across the UK the opportunity to earn flexible income. Whether you deliver by bicycle, motorcycle or car, understanding your tax responsibilities is essential.
As a Deliveroo rider, you'll usually be classed as self-employed, meaning you're responsible for declaring your income and completing a Self Assessment tax return where required.
Yes, in most cases.
Rather than being an employee, you'll normally operate as an independent sole trader.
This means you need to:
Allowable expenses may include:
Keeping good records throughout the year will make your tax return much easier.
Our experienced advisers work with self-employed individuals across the UK and understand the tax rules affecting delivery riders.
We'll prepare your return, maximise your allowable expenses and help ensure you stay compliant with HMRC.
Whether you deliver full-time or only a few hours each week, we're here to help.
Deliveroo gives thousands of people across the UK the opportunity to earn flexible income. Whether you deliver by bicycle, motorcycle or car, understanding your tax responsibilities is essential.
As a Deliveroo rider, you'll usually be classed as self-employed, meaning you're responsible for declaring your income and completing a Self Assessment tax return where required.
Yes, in most cases.
Rather than being an employee, you'll normally operate as an independent sole trader.
This means you need to:
Allowable expenses may include:
Keeping good records throughout the year will make your tax return much easier.
Driving for Just Eat can be a great way to earn extra income or build a full-time business.
However, if you're working as an independent courier, you'll usually be responsible for your own tax affairs.
Many drivers don't realise that completing a Self Assessment tax return is part of being self-employed.
If you're working as a self-employed courier, you'll usually need to declare your earnings to HMRC.
Your Self Assessment tax return will include:
Many couriers are entitled to claim legitimate business expenses, including:
Claiming allowable expenses can significantly reduce your tax bill.
We specialise in helping self-employed workers across the UK.
Our team will ensure your Self Assessment is completed accurately, all legitimate expenses are claimed and your return is submitted on time.
Whether you're new to Just Eat or have been delivering for years, we're here to make tax simple.
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