Can I claim for my mobile phone bill as a delivery driver?
Yes, you can claim the business portion of your mobile phone bill as an allowable expense for your delivery work.
Last checked 17/10/2026.
Yes, you can claim a portion of your mobile phone bill as an allowable business expense if you are self-employed. Because apps like Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Amazon Flex run constantly while you work, your phone is a vital tool of the trade.
How to calculate the business share
You cannot claim the entire bill if you also use the phone for personal calls, texts, and streaming. You must work out a fair split between business use and personal use.
- Check your itemised bills to see how much data and call time goes towards delivery apps.
- Keep a reasonable log for a typical week to back up your calculation.
- Apply that percentage to your monthly contract cost.
What records you need to keep
HMRC expects you to keep clear records of your business expenses. Save your monthly phone bills and keep them organised with your other accounts in case HMRC asks to check your return.
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