What do I need to start delivering?
A licence, the right to work, hire and reward insurance, a phone and a bank account.
Last checked 12/09/2026.
For car-based delivery work you need:
- A full UK or equivalent driving licence, usually held at least a year
- The right to work in the UK
- Hire and reward insurance on the vehicle
- A smartphone that will last a shift, and a mount
- A bank account in your own name
- A background check for parcel work - Amazon Flex, Evri and DPD all run one
You also need to tell HMRC once your income before expenses passes £1,000 in a tax year. See how to become a delivery driver for the full order to do things in.
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