What the $25 off offer actually covers

Uber Eats runs a $25 discount on your first order, but the discount applies only to food and drinks — not to delivery fees, service fees, or taxes. If your order total before fees is $30, you pay roughly $5 plus the delivery charge. If your order is $20, you get $20 off and pay only the fees. The discount code is one-time use per account, meaning once you redeem it, that code stops working for you.

The offer is not automatic. You have to enter a promo code or click a promotional link to unlock it. Uber Eats does not explore the discount to your account just because you are a new user — you must take the step of entering the code yourself during checkout.

Minimum order amounts vary. Some promotional codes require a $15 minimum order before the discount kicks in; others have no minimum. Check the terms of the specific code you are using before you add items to your cart, because if your order falls short of the minimum, the code will not work at checkout.

Key Takeaways

  • The $25 discount applies to food and drinks only, not to delivery fees, service fees, or taxes.
  • You must enter a promo code during checkout — the discount does not happen automatically for new accounts.
  • Minimum order requirements vary by code, so confirm the terms before you place your order.
  • Each account can use the first-order discount only once, even if you receive multiple promotional codes.
  • Promo codes expire, so check the expiration date listed with the code before you rely on it.

Where to find current promo codes

Uber Eats sends promo codes to new users via email after they create an account. Check your inbox and spam folder — the code usually arrives within a few hours of signup. The email includes the code itself, the expiration date, and any minimum order requirement.

If you did not receive an email, you can also find codes through Uber's official website and the Uber Eats app. Open the app, tap the account icon, and look for a "Promotions" or "Offers" section. Codes listed there are tied to your account and ready to use. You can also visit uber.com/en/en-US/eats/promo to see what offers are currently running, though not all codes shown there may work for your account or location.

Third-party coupon sites sometimes list Uber Eats codes, but these are often expired or region-specific. If you use a code from an outside source, test it at checkout before you finalize your order — the app will tell you when ready if the code is invalid or has expired.

How to enter the code at checkout

Open the Uber Eats app or website and add items to your cart as usual. When you are ready to pay, look for a field labeled "Promo code," "Discount code," or "Add promo code" — the exact wording depends on whether you are using the app or the website. Tap or click that field and type or paste your code. The app will show you right away whether the code worked and how much the discount is.

If the code does not work, the app displays an error message. Common reasons include: the code has expired, the code is not valid in your delivery area, your order is below the minimum amount, or you have already used that code on your account. Read the error message carefully — it usually tells you which rule prevented the code from working.

Once the code is accepted, the discount appears as a line item in your order summary. You can see the original subtotal, the discount amount, and the new subtotal before you complete payment. Review this total to make sure it matches what you expected.

Why some codes do not work in your area

Uber Eats runs different promotions in different cities and regions. A code that works in New York might not work in Los Angeles, and vice versa. The company also limits codes by delivery zone — even within a city, some neighborhoods may not be may be able to access for certain offers.

If you enter a code and get an error saying it is not valid in your area, that code is straightforward not active for your location. This does not mean you are ineligible for a first-order discount — it means that particular code is not the right one for you. Check the Promotions section in the app to see which codes are actually available where you live.

Stacking discounts and other limits

You cannot combine the first-order promo code with other active promotions on the same order. If you have a $5 off code and a $25 off code, you pick one or the other, not both. The app will let you enter only one promo code per order.

The first-order discount is tied to your account, not to your payment method or phone number. If you create a second Uber Eats account using a different email address, you can use a first-order code on that account too. However, Uber's terms of service prohibit creating multiple accounts to circumvent promotional limits, so this approach carries the risk that Uber could flag and disable the accounts.

What happens after you use the code

After you redeem the first-order promo code, that code is spent and cannot be used again on your account. Uber Eats may send you additional promotional codes in the future — these are separate offers and can be used once each. Check your email and the app regularly if you want to catch new promotions.

Using the first-order discount does not lock you into a subscription or recurring charge. You are not signing up for Uber Eats Pass or any paid membership. The discount is a one-time offer with no strings attached.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the first-order discount on a gift card purchase?

No. Promo codes work only on food and drink orders, not on gift cards or account credits. If you want to buy a gift card, you pay the full price without any discount.

What if my order gets cancelled after I use the promo code?

If you cancel the order before the restaurant accepts it, the promo code is refunded to your account and you can use it again. If the restaurant or Uber cancels the order, the same applies. However, if you receive and reject the food after delivery, the code is considered used and cannot be reapplied.

Do I need to be a new Uber account holder to use the first-order code?

Yes. The first-order discount is for accounts that have never placed an order on Uber Eats before. If you have ordered from Uber Eats in the past, even years ago, you are not a new user and the code will not work.

Can I use the code if I order from a restaurant that is temporarily closed?

No. The code works only on completed orders from open restaurants. If a restaurant is closed or stops accepting orders, you cannot place an order with that code.

How long does the promo code stay valid?

Expiration dates vary by code. Most first-order codes are valid for 30 to 60 days from when you receive them, but some expire sooner. The email or app notification that gives you the code will state the exact expiration date.