Uber has launched a new on-demand delivery service which allows customers (including small businesses) to “send and receive items with ease”.
For those who often forget their key and need them to be sent across town, or you need to get a last-minute birthday gift to a friend, Uber Courier is now available to help tackle everyday errands and deliveries.
Available now in the likes of Glasgow, Oxford and beyond, through the Uber app, Courier will be live in 20 UK cities this summer.
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Can I use an Uber as a courier?
Courier is said to offer a “simple, seamless solution to life’s everyday logistics” and is “perfect for everyday personal tasks”.
However, it’s also a “powerful” new tool for small business owners who need to manage deliveries flexibly and efficiently.
From small dry cleaners to legal firms transporting official documents to independent boutiques offering same-day service, Courier enables businesses to scale their operations and keep customers happy without leaving the Uber app.
Courier uses trusted features Uber users already know, including live trip tracking, PIN verification, and shareable delivery updates for complete peace of mind.
How to use Uber Courier in the UK
- Open the Uber app and select Courier from the home screen or under “More Services.”
- Enter pickup and drop-off locations—whether it’s a home, office, shop, or friend's address.
- Describe the item (e.g., “keys in an envelope” or “box of cupcakes”).
- Confirm delivery instructions and ensure the item is securely packaged (under 15 lbs and £200 in value).
- Track your delivery in real time and share trip details with the recipient for added visibility.
- Verify delivery with a PIN code for extra peace of mind.
Where is Uber Courier available in the UK?
Courier is currently available in the Uber app in Sheffield, Edinburgh, Stoke, Glasgow, Leicester, Oxford, Belfast, Northampton, and Hull, at the time of writing.
But Uber has plans to further roll out the product in the coming weeks and Courier is expected to be live in Brighton, Sussex, Cambridge and East Anglia, Cardiff, Newcastle, Portsmouth, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Merseyside, Nottingham and Bristol.
A London launch is scheduled for late 2025.
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Andrew Brem, general manager at Uber UK, explained: "Courier is designed for those moments when something just needs to get done, but you can’t get to it yourself.
"By offering an easy, reliable way to send and receive items, Courier helps people and small businesses reclaim valuable time for what matters most."
Have you used Uber Courier yet? Let us know if you found it useful in the comments below.
