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Wolt Driver Tax Guide — London 2026
By Ethan Blake · Tax Compliance Specialist
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Updated June 2026
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~5 min read
2026 Tax Summary — London
Wolt workers in London pay 6% Class 4 NI on profits over £12,570 in 2025/26. On £24 000 gross: approximately £686 NI + £1 600 Income Tax = £2 286 total. Mileage: 45p/mile (first 10,000). Self Assessment deadline: 31 January 2027.
Key Takeaways
- Class 4 NI: 6% on profits £12,570–£50,270, then 2% above
- Mileage allowance: 45p/mile (first 10,000 miles), 25p/mile after
- Personal Allowance: £12,570 — no tax on income below this
- Register for Self Assessment by 5 October 2026 if first year
- 1099-NEC equivalent: HMRC Digital Platform Reporting — platforms report your earnings directly
Tax Breakdown — Wolt London 2026
| Gross Income | Class 4 NI (6%) | Income Tax | Total Tax | Take-Home |
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| £15,000 | £146 | £486 | £632 | £14,368 |
| £20,000 | £446 | £1,486 | £1,932 | £18,068 |
| £24 000 | £686 | £1 600 | £2 286 | £21 714 |
| £40,000 | £1,646 | £5,486 | £7,132 | £32,868 |
Top Tax Deductions for Wolt Workers
| Expense | Rate / Amount | Notes |
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| Vehicle mileage | 45p/mile | First 10,000 miles; 25p/mile after |
| Bicycle mileage | 20p/mile | All business miles |
| Phone & data | Business % | Proportion used for work |
| Equipment & uniform | 100% | Bags, boxes, safety gear |
| Trading Allowance | £1,000 | Instead of actual expenses if income under £1,000 |
| Home office | £6/week flat rate | HMRC simplified expenses |
HMRC Self Assessment — Key Deadlines 2026
| Deadline | Date | Action Required |
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| Register for Self Assessment | 5 Oct 2026 | If 2025/26 is your first year |
| Paper SA return | 31 Oct 2026 | File paper return |
| Online SA return | 31 Jan 2027 | File online + pay tax owed |
| Payment on Account 1 | 31 Jan 2027 | 50% of previous year's bill |
| Payment on Account 2 | 31 Jul 2027 | Remaining 50% |
"Self-employed workers must register for Self Assessment if their trading income exceeds £1,000 in a tax year. Class 2 National Insurance was abolished from April 2024." — GOV.UK — Self Assessment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much tax does a Wolt driver pay in London?
A Wolt driver in London earning £24,000 pays approximately £686 NI + £1,600 Income Tax = £2,286 total after the Personal Allowance.
Is Wolt treated as self-employment for UK tax?
Yes. Wolt pays UK drivers as independent contractors. You are responsible for HMRC Self Assessment registration and filing.
Can London Wolt drivers claim bicycle mileage?
Yes. HMRC allows 20p per mile for bicycle business miles. Vehicle riders claim 45p/mile (first 10,000 miles).
Does Wolt report earnings to HMRC?
Yes. Under Digital Platform Reporting rules since January 2024, Wolt reports all UK driver earnings to HMRC.
What is the Self Assessment deadline for Wolt drivers?
31 January 2027 for the 2025/26 tax year. Register for Self Assessment by 5 October 2026 if first year.
Related Guides
Wolt Tax Guide UK 2026 →Delivery Driver Tax London →UTR Number Guide →
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Written & reviewed by
Ethan Blake
Tax Compliance Specialist · Reviewed June 2026
Tax compliance specialist since 2017. Helped 5,000+ freelancers and self-employed workers navigate HMRC Self Assessment and UK gig economy tax rules.