Uber has issued an in-app message to UK drivers warning that, from January 2025, it will be legally required to collect and report driver earnings information to HMRC under new government regulations.
According to the notice, Uber and other digital platforms are now obliged to share details of drivers’ income directly with HMRC to ensure compliance with tax rules. The company confirmed that this requirement follows new UK tax transparency legislation introduced in 2024, which affects all online platforms operating in the country.
The message explained:
“Starting in 2024, digital platforms in the UK are required to report certain information about their platform sellers to HMRC to ensure compliance with tax regulations.”
From 1 January 2025, Uber must collect and store income data for all drivers who complete at least one trip during the year. This includes trip earnings, tips, promotions and other payments made through the app. The information will then be submitted to HMRC in January 2026.
Drivers are being asked to complete their Tax Profile now, providing details such as their:
- Full legal name
- Date of birth
- Primary address
- National Insurance (tax identification) number
- VAT number (if applicable)
- Company registration details (for incorporated drivers)
Uber stated that drivers cannot opt out of this data-sharing process, as it is a legal requirement. However, before any data is submitted, drivers will be able to review and update their information in mid-January 2026.
The company warned that drivers who fail to complete their Tax Profile before the deadline “may have a temporary restriction on their account until they become compliant.”
Uber also reminded drivers that this new rule does not replace their obligation to file a Self Assessment tax return each year.
In a closing note, Uber said its team is working to make the process “as easy as possible” and directed drivers to a Frequently Asked Questions section within the app for support.
DM News Commentary
This update marks a major shift in how the UK’s gig-economy income will be tracked and reported. For Uber drivers, it means HMRC will receive automatic summaries of annual earnings, making it vital that drivers keep accurate records of their income and expenses throughout the year.
Drivers operating under limited companies or using multiple platforms should also ensure that all their tax details are consistent across apps to avoid potential mismatches when HMRC cross-checks submissions in 2026.
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