Tax Return for Grocery Delivery Workers
Complete your Self Assessment in 8 minutes. Claim all your allowable expenses and submit directly to HMRC.
- Track delivery income
- Mileage expense support
- Equipment cost tracking
- MTD-ready for 2026
Example Tax Calculation
Based on typical grocery delivery earnings £22,000/year
*Illustrative example based on 2024/25 tax rates. Your actual tax depends on your specific circumstances.
Allowable Expenses for Grocery Delivery
Claim these tax-deductible expenses to reduce your tax bill
Mileage or Vehicle Costs
Claim mileage allowance or actual vehicle costs for deliveries.
Tip: Track all delivery journeys with dates and distances.
Phone and Data
Business portion of phone and data used for delivery apps.
Tip: Estimate the work-use percentage.
Delivery Equipment
Insulated bags, trolleys, and delivery aids.
Tip: Keep receipts for all equipment purchases.
Insurance
Commercial vehicle or courier insurance.
Tip: Ensure your policy covers delivery work.
More expenses you can claim
How to File Your Tax Return
Follow these simple steps to complete your Self Assessment
Gather Your Documents
Collect income records, receipts, and expense statements
Enter Income & Expenses
Add your earnings and claim allowable expenses with our guided flow
Review Your Calculation
See exactly how much tax you owe with real-time calculations
Submit to HMRC
File your tax return directly to HMRC in minutes
Key Deadlines for 2024/25 Tax Year
Don't miss these important dates
5 April 2025
Tax Year Ends
Calculate your final income and expenses
5 October 2025
Register for Self Assessment
If this is your first year self-employed
31 January 2026
Online Filing Deadline
Submit your tax return and pay any tax owed
6 April 2026
MTD Starts (£50k+)
If your income exceeds £50,000, you must use MTD software
Late Filing Penalties
1 day late: £100 fixed penalty
3 months late: £10/day up to £900
6 months late: 5% of tax owed or £300 (whichever is higher)
12 months late: Additional 5% or £300
Plus interest on any tax paid late. Avoid these costs by filing early with QTax.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about tax returns for grocery delivery
Do grocery delivery workers need to register as self-employed?
If you work as a self-employed delivery driver, you must register for Self Assessment.
Can I claim mileage?
Yes. Mileage for deliveries is a deductible expense at 45p per mile for the first 10,000 miles.
What about tips?
Tips received are taxable income and should be declared.
Ready to File Your Tax Return?
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