As an Uber driver you’re self-employed, which means you must file a Self Assessment tax return with HMRC each year. GigShield tracks every deductible expense automatically — so you only pay tax on what you actually keep.
HMRC lets you deduct these costs from your income. Most Uber drivers miss half of them.
Claim 45p per mile for the first 10,000 miles. Your biggest deduction by far.
The business-use proportion of your private-hire insurance is fully deductible.
Business-use proportion of your phone plan and data costs for running the Uber app.
Servicing, tyres, MOT and repairs proportional to your Uber driving.
Parking costs incurred while waiting for or completing rides.
Congestion charge, ULEZ fees and toll costs on driving shifts.
Vehicle cleaning costs attributable to your Uber work.
In-car tech equipment used for your Uber driving.
HMRC lets you claim 45p per mile for the first 10,000 miles each year.
GigShield tracks every expense automatically. Start free — no card needed.
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