Tax responsibility for Uber drivers and couriers

As an independent contractor with Uber, it’s important to understand your tax obligations.

• You’re in charge: Unlike traditional employees, Uber doesn’t withhold taxes from your earnings.
• Annual filing: You need to file your taxes each year on your own.

Understanding your tax forms

Keep an eye out for these forms:

• 1099-K form: This form is issued to drivers who earned over $20,000 in unadjusted earnings from rides and deliveries AND had more than 200 transactions.
• 1099-NEC form: This form is for drivers who received $600 or more from non-rider activities, like referrals and promotions.

Separated earnings

• Different emails, separate Earnings: If you use separate email addresses for Uber rides and deliveries, your earnings will be calculated separately. This could affect whether you’ll receive a 1099-K or 1099-NEC.

Finding your tax info

You can update your tax settings in two ways: 1. Driver dashboard on Uber Driver App: All the information you need can be found under the Tax Information tab in your Driver Dashboard. 2. Driver Web Portal: The portal can be accessed here.

Seeking tax advice

• Uber doesn’t give tax advice: We recommend seeking a qualified tax service like TurboTax or consulting with an independent tax professional.
• Resource: Check the IRS Sharing Economy Tax Center for more detailed information.

Remember, it’s your responsibility to understand and fulfill your tax obligations. Stay informed and prepared for tax season!