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Australian rideshare tax requirements

As a driver-partner, you independently provide transportation services. You are not an employee of Uber and will be responsible for reporting and paying any applicable tax or GST earned from your trips with Uber to the Australian Tax Office (ATO). Uber does not withhold or file any tax on your behalf. It is a requirement that you are GST registered to partner with Uber. Click here for ATO tax guidance regarding ridesharing. Uber does not withhold or file any tax on your behalf.

We expect all of our driver-partners to meet their own tax obligations like everyone else. This would include declaring your earnings from providing services as a driver-partner. You may also be able to claim your Uber related expenses (as tax deductions) through your tax return.

Tax can be tricky! We want to help you understand and meet your tax obligations, but it’s important to note that Uber is unable to provide tax advice. To answer your questions, you can read the information below provided by Uber Pro partners, the FAQs at the bottom of this page, or you can contact the ATO directly.

Where to find your tax information

You can find tax information on your Uber profile – we’ll provide you with a monthly and annual Tax Summary. Your annual Tax Summary should be available around mid-July.

  1. Log in to partners.uber.com
  2. Click on ‘Tax Summary’
  3. Select the relevant statement

Your Tax Summary document includes:

  • Your total earnings (gross fares)
  • Potential business expenses (service fee, booking fee, mileage etc.)

Remember that the information provided is designed to assist with your tax management, and is specific only to your activities as an driver-partner. However, if ever in doubt, please consult a tax professional.

Understanding your tax summary

Airtax

Airtax makes business activity statements (BAS) and income tax returns easy. Connect your Uber account with Airtax and your earnings can be automatically pre-filled in your BAS lodgement form. New Uber partners who sign up using the page below get their first BAS lodgement free + free ABN and GST registration. Airtax have also put together a series of useful articles to help you understand your obligations.

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QuickBooks Self-Employed

QuickBooks Self-Employed allows you to digitally keep track of expenses through an app. As an Uber Pro driver-partner, you are eligible for a 30% discount off the RRP for 3 months. QuickBooks Self-Employed also has the ability to integrate with Airtax.

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Definitions of tax summary

Understand what the different components of the document mean.

Understand what the different components of the document mean.

Uploading your ABN and GST registration details

Find answers to frequently asked questions about uploading your ABN and GST registration details.

Find answers to frequently asked questions about uploading your ABN and GST registration details.

Airtax webinar

We know understanding your tax obligations and completing your tax return can be challenging and stressful. Watch the Airtax webinar to learn more about your tax obligations.

We know understanding your tax obligations and completing your tax return can be challenging and stressful. Watch the Airtax webinar to learn more about your tax obligations.

Tax deductions explained

Discover Airtax's tips on common tax deductions for rideshare drivers from.

Discover Airtax's tips on common tax deductions for rideshare drivers from.

Disclaimer:

Every driver-partner is unique and so are their specific tax circumstances. As such, the information on this page may not cover your tax needs and it should not be relied upon to replace you seeking independent tax advice. Uber can’t provide you with tax advice for your individual situation, and therefore we strongly recommend speaking with a professional tax advisor to get tailored help and advice for your specific circumstances. The information on this page is of a general nature and for Australian audiences only.