Tax spreadsheet for self-employed delivery drivers (UK 2025/26)

Delivery or courier driver on apps? Your Self Assessment for 2025/26 is due by 31 January 2027. Expenses drivers typically consider claiming (gov.uk lists the categories): simplified mileage (45p a mile for the first 10,000 business miles in 2025/26, then 25p; 55p for the first 10,000 miles from 6 April 2026) OR actual vehicle costs — not both for the same vehicle; phone and holder (business share); insulated bags and equipment; parking fees while working; business insurance. Keep a journey log: date, destination, purpose, distance. Under £1,000 total self-employment income? The trading allowance may apply instead of expenses. Check each category on gov.uk/expenses-if-youre-self-employed.