Connecticut tax & business guide
Connecticut Tax Checklist for Uber and Lyft Drivers
A Connecticut tax-preparation checklist for Uber, Lyft, delivery, and app-based drivers, covering income reports, mileage, vehicle costs, fees, and estimated taxes.
Overview
Start with the facts and deadlines.
Rideshare and delivery drivers are generally responsible for organizing their own income and business expenses. App summaries are useful, but they may not contain every amount needed to prepare an accurate return.
Step 1
Gather income records
- Forms 1099-NEC and 1099-K
- Annual summaries from each app
- Bonuses, incentives, tips, and referral payments
- Income from cash or other platforms
- Records from any other self-employed work
Step 2
Organize mileage and vehicle information
- Business mileage log
- Total annual vehicle mileage
- Vehicle purchase or lease information
- Fuel, repairs, insurance, registration, tolls, and parking
- Date the vehicle was first used for business
Step 3
Collect other business expenses
- Platform and service fees
- Mobile phone and data costs
- Dash cameras, mounts, chargers, and supplies
- Background-check or inspection fees
- Bookkeeping and tax-preparation expenses
Step 4
Plan for self-employment and estimated taxes
Drivers may owe income tax and self-employment tax. The amount depends on total household income, deductible expenses, withholding, filing status, and other facts. Quarterly estimates should be calculated from current information rather than guessed.
Ready to get organized?