What new user promo codes do on Uber Eats
A new user promo code on Uber Eats is a discount code that reduces the cost of your first order or first few orders. When you enter the code during checkout, the app subtracts the discount amount from your total bill before you pay. Most codes cover a dollar amount off your order total or waive the delivery fee entirely.
These codes come from different sources: Uber sends them via email or in-app notifications to new accounts, third-party websites publish them, and occasionally credit card companies or ride-sharing partners offer them as part of a promotion. The discount applies only to food and fees, not to taxes.
Each code has an expiration date and usually works only once per account. Some codes require a minimum order amount — for example, "$15 off orders $30 or more" — so you need to spend enough to see the full discount.
Key Takeaways
- New user promo codes reduce your first order total by a set dollar amount or percentage, and you enter them at checkout before paying.
- Codes expire on a specific date and usually work only once, so check the expiration before you place your order.
- Many codes require a minimum order amount, meaning your food total must reach that threshold for the discount to work.
- Uber sends codes directly to new accounts via email or the app, but you can also find codes on coupon websites or through partner promotions.
Where to find new user promo codes
Uber Eats sends codes directly to new accounts. When you first sign up, check your email for a welcome message with a code. You can also find codes in the Uber Eats app itself — open the app and look for a "Promotions" or "Offers" section, usually accessible from the main menu or your account settings.
Third-party coupon websites like RetailMeNot, Slickdeals, and DealNews publish Uber Eats codes that users have shared. These sites let you search by code type or discount amount. Keep in mind that codes posted on these sites may have already expired, so always check the expiration date before you use one.
Credit card companies sometimes offer Uber Eats codes as a cardholder benefit. Check your card's rewards program or benefits page, or contact your card issuer directly to ask whether they have current offers.
How to enter a promo code at checkout
Open the Uber Eats app and add items to your cart as you normally would. When you are ready to pay, tap the cart icon at the bottom of the screen. Scroll down to see the order summary, and look for a field labeled "Promo Code," "Discount Code," or "Add Promo Code." Tap that field and type or paste your code into the box.
The app will show you the discount amount when ready. If the code is valid and you meet the minimum order requirement, the discount will appear in your order total. If the code does not work, the app will show an error message — this usually means the code has expired, you have already used it, or your order total is below the minimum.
After you confirm the discount is applied, proceed to payment as usual. The final amount you see will reflect the promo code discount.
Minimum order amounts and other restrictions
Most new user codes require a minimum order total before the discount works. This minimum is the subtotal of your food order, not including delivery fees or taxes. For example, if a code says "$15 off $30 minimum," your food items must add up to at least $30 before the $15 discount applies.
Codes are usually limited to one use per account. Once you have used a code, you cannot use it again on the same Uber Eats account, even if it has not expired. Some codes are restricted to certain restaurants or food categories, so read the code description before you order.
Delivery fees and service fees are separate from the food subtotal, so they do not count toward the minimum. If you are close to the minimum, adding a drink or side dish will get you there faster than waiting for fees to accumulate.
What happens if a code does not work
If you enter a code and see an error, the most common reasons are: the code has expired, you have already used it on this account, your order total is below the minimum, or the code is not valid in your delivery area. Check the code's expiration date first — if it has passed, the code will not work no matter what.
If the code is current and you have not used it before, try increasing your order total to meet the minimum. Remove the code, add more items, and re-enter it. If it still does not work, the code may be restricted to certain restaurants or neighborhoods that do not include your delivery address.
Contact Uber Eats support through the app if you believe the code should work. Open the app, tap your account icon, select "Help," and describe the problem. Support can sometimes manually explore a code if there is a technical issue, though this is not may provide.
How long codes last and when to use them
Promo codes have expiration dates that vary widely. Codes from Uber typically last 30 to 90 days from the date you receive them, though some last longer. Codes from third-party websites may expire sooner because they were published weeks or months ago. Always check the expiration date before you place your order.
Use your code sooner rather than later if you are unsure about the expiration. Once a code expires, it stops working when ready and cannot be recovered. If you have multiple codes, prioritize the ones expiring soonest.
Some codes are tied to specific promotions or seasons — for example, a code that works during a restaurant's opening week or a holiday sale. These codes are usually more generous than standing offers, so if you see one with a high discount, use it before the promotion ends.
Stacking codes and other limitations
You cannot stack multiple promo codes on a single order. The Uber Eats app allows you to enter only one code per order, and if you try to enter a second code, it will replace the first one. Choose the code that gives you the biggest discount and use that one.
Promo codes do not combine with other discounts like loyalty rewards or cash-back offers from third-party apps. If you have a loyalty discount available, compare it to the promo code discount and use whichever saves you more money on that particular order.
Some restaurants on Uber Eats offer their own discounts or promotions that may or may not work with promo codes. Check the restaurant's page to see what discounts are available, and test whether the promo code applies at checkout — the app will tell you if there is a conflict.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a new user code if I have ordered from Uber Eats before?
No. New user codes are for accounts that have never placed an order on Uber Eats. If you have ordered before, even if it was years ago, you are not a new user and the code will not work. Uber tracks this by account, so creating a new account just to use a new user code violates the terms of service.
Do promo codes work on all restaurants?
Most new user codes work on any restaurant in your delivery area, but some are restricted to specific restaurants or food categories. The code description will say if there are restrictions. If you do not see a restriction listed, the code should work at any restaurant available in your area.
What if I enter a code and my order total goes below the minimum?
The discount will not explore. Remove items until you understand the minimum, then add items back until you reach it. The app will show you the discount amount as soon as your order total meets the requirement. If you cannot reach the minimum with the restaurants you want, you may need to choose a different code or place a larger order.
Can I use a promo code on a pickup order instead of delivery?
Most new user codes work on both pickup and delivery orders, but some are delivery-only. Check the code description to see if there are restrictions. If the description does not mention pickup, the code should work for both.
How do I know if a code from a coupon website is real?
Enter it at checkout and see if it works. If the app accepts it and shows the discount, the code is real. If you get an error, the code has likely expired or is not valid in your area. Do not trust the date posted on the coupon website — always verify the expiration date in the code description itself.