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DELIVERING ACROSS THE UK

Work when you want, earn what you want

Deliver in areas you already know. Accept jobs that fit your day. Access your earnings as soon as the next day.

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Relay courier on a scooter in an East London street at golden hour
Local routes
Near you
Route details
Before you accept
Earnings access
As soon as next day
Support
24/7 online
12+
Active cities
24h
Fastest start time
Next day
Earnings access
24/7
Online support

Why couriers choose Relay

Why is Relay the best courier platform?

Hyperlocal routes

Deliver in areas you already know — shorter distances, less time on the road, more drops per hour.

Real flexibility

Pick up deliveries around your life — school runs, lectures, the gym, or full-time work.

Transparent pay

Book your slots in advance and know where, when, and what you're earning before you start.

24/7 support

Online support, 24/7. Insurance and hire & reward cover are available through our partner and paid for by you as a daily deduction.

How it works

From sign-up to first delivery, faster than you think.

See the full journey
Step 01

Apply in minutes

Download the app, create your account, and submit your details.

Step 02

Upload your documents

Have your British passport, right to work share code, and vehicle documents ready.

Step 03

Get approved

Once checks are complete, sign your contract, privacy notice, T&Cs, and we'll notify you when routes are available near you.

Step 04

Book a route in your area

Choose an available route near you and see details before you accept.

Step 05

Complete and access earnings

Complete your route and access your earnings as soon as the next day.

Earnings

Earn on your terms. See what you'll make.

See route details before you accept, including area, parcel count, and pay. Access your earnings as soon as the next day.

Typical hourly pay
~£15/hr
Routes per week
15-25
Weekly earnings
£400-800+

*Earnings vary by vehicle type, area, route availability, and hours worked. Additional deductions may vary for damaged or lost parcels and Hire & Reward Insurance.

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Relay earnings app showing available balance and transaction history
Requirements

What you'll need.

Pick your vehicle and see what documents you'll need before you apply.

Car
Moped / E-bike
Access to a car
Car
Access to a moped, scooter, or e-bike
Moped
Full UK driving licence
Provisional licences not accepted
Car
Valid licence or CBT if required
Required for mopeds and scooters where applicable
Moped
Motor insurance
Hire & reward cover required — Relay can help with in-app insurance support
Car
Motor insurance where required
For mopeds or scooters, hire & reward cover may be required — Relay can help with in-app insurance support
Moped
iOS or Android device
To use the Relay Copilot app
Both
18+
You must be at least 18 years old. To use Relay's optional hire & reward insurance partnership, you must be 21+. Conditions apply — see the Insurance FAQ.
Both
Right to work in the UK
British citizens should use a British passport. Non-British citizens should have a right to work share code ready.
Both
Apply as a car courier
Regions

Local routes across active Relay areas.

Relay operates across selected regions and surrounding delivery areas in England. Pick routes in places you already know.

Greater London
Manchester
West Midlands
Yorkshire
South East
South West
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UK map showing Relay coverage regions
Real couriers. Real earnings.

Hear from real Relay couriers.

Thousands of couriers across the UK have already swapped fixed shifts for a schedule that fits their actual life.

I work school hours only and still pull in decent money. The app is dead simple — I know exactly what I'll earn before I accept anything.
Maria K.
E-bike
·
8 months
London
5
Next-day cashout is a game changer. I'm not waiting a week to see my own money.
Marcus H.
Car
·
1 year
Milton Keynes
5
Got approved in under 24 hours. Was doing my first run the same day I signed up.
Lewis M.
Car
·
5 months
Leeds
5
FAQ

Questions, answered.

The most common things couriers ask before joining Relay.

See all FAQs
How do I apply?
Download the Relay Copilot app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
How long does it take to start working with Relay?
Our application process takes just a few minutes. After that, you'll be added to a waitlist and can start delivering as soon as routes are available in your area. For some couriers this can be within 24 hours; for others it may take a couple of weeks.
What do I need before starting my application?
You'll need proof of your right to work in the UK, a valid UK driving licence, proof of insurance, and an iOS or Android device. If you're a British citizen, please use your British passport as your right to work document.
How do I check the status of my application?
You'll receive push notifications, SMS, and email updates as your application progresses and when you're moved off the waitlist.
Can I choose where I work?
Yes — Relay operates on a flexible, self-employed model. You pick shifts that suit you through the Relay Copilot app, with no minimum hours required. Routes are available across multiple zones so you can work close to home or further afield.

Ready to start earning?

Apply in minutes and start delivering once routes are available near you.

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