Driving with Uber can be rewarding — but if you’re not tracking expenses properly, you could be losing money during tax season.
This guide will show you how to keep more of your earnings by claiming valid tax deductions.
✅ What Can You Claim?
Here are the most common deductions for NZ Uber drivers:
| Expense Type | Can You Claim? |
|---|---|
| Fuel | ✅ Yes |
| Vehicle Repairs | ✅ Yes |
| Uber Fees | ✅ Yes |
| Mobile Bill (Work Use) | ✅ Partial |
| Car Insurance | ✅ Yes |
| Car Wash | ✅ If work-related |
📊 Use the Percentage Method
If you use your car for both personal and Uber driving, calculate the business-use percentage. For example:
Drove 8,000 km in a year. 5,000 km were for Uber.
Business use = 62.5%
So, you can claim 62.5% of your car-related expenses.
📱 Best Tools for Tracking Expenses
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Xero – Easy-to-use accounting software.
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Google Sheets – For manual tracking.
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IRD myIR Portal – To file your tax online.
📅 When to File?
Tax year ends on 31st March in New Zealand. You must file by 7th July (or later if using an accountant).
🙋 Need Help?
We specialise in Uber tax returns for NZ drivers. Let’s get your taxes sorted the smart way.
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