Curri requirements
Deliver construction and industrial supplies in a car, SUV, pickup, or cargo van. You need a full (not provisional) license, state-minimum auto insurance, and a clean driving and criminal record.
At a glance
Source: Curri. Gas and wear typically cut this 25–40%.
What you'll need
Before your first Curri shift.
Set aside money for taxes
Nobody withholds taxes from contract pay. If your net earnings from self-employment are $400 or more in a year, you owe self-employment tax of 15.3% (Social Security and Medicare) on top of regular income tax. You have to report all of it, even if the platform never sends you a 1099. Move a share of every payout into a separate account so the bill doesn't surprise you.
Source: IRS: Self-employment tax · IRS: Manage taxes for your gig work
Know the quarterly tax dates
Independent contractors may need to pay estimated taxes four times a year to avoid a penalty: April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15. If a date lands on a weekend or holiday, it moves to the next business day. If you also have a regular W-2 job, you can have extra tax withheld from that paycheck instead, using a new Form W-4.
Track every mile you drive
Business miles are usually the biggest deduction drivers have. The IRS standard rate is 76 cents a mile for business miles driven from July 1 through December 31, 2026 (72.5 cents for January 1 through June 30, 2026). Log miles from the moment you head out to work, not just while you're on a delivery or ride, and keep the log with your tax records. A mileage-tracking app that runs in the background makes this automatic.
Source: IRS Announcement 2026-11 (midyear rate change) · IRS Notice 2026-10 (2026 rates)
Check your car insurance first
Most personal auto policies don't cover driving for work, and an insurer can cancel a policy if you drive for an app without telling them. Rideshare companies cover you only in certain periods, mostly once you've accepted a trip, and some delivery apps provide no auto coverage at all. Ask your insurer for a rideshare or delivery add-on (or a commercial policy where that isn't offered) before your first shift.
Keep receipts and payout records
Save receipts for work expenses (phone, gear, supplies, fees) and keep a record of every payout. Deductible expenses lower the tax you owe, but only if you can show them. A free spreadsheet works; so does a separate debit card used only for work costs.
Have a bank account or debit card ready
Platforms pay by direct deposit or to a debit card, and faster cash-out options usually need a debit card. Check the app's payout terms before your first cash-out, since instant transfers can carry a fee.
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Last checked November 2026. Requirements change often, so confirm with Curri before you rely on them.