With the new delivery law set to take effect, will Uber Eats raise its delivery fees? The company admits it cannot rule out the possibility.

Last Updated: June 23, 2026 | For platform rules, bonuses, and real-time updates, please refer to the official app or announcements.

Discussions on the special law for food delivery riders have been ongoing for some time, and news has finally emerged that it is set to officially take effect. According toTVBS Report, When asked by reporters, an Uber Eats representative admitted that the company does not rule out raising delivery fees after the special law officially takes effect, in order to offset the increased compliance costs.

This news is actually a bit complicated for food delivery riders. On the one hand, the original intent behind the special law was to protect delivery riders’ labor rights—for example, mandatory occupational accident insurance and the clarification of platforms’ liability toward riders—all of which are demands that delivery riders have been calling for for several years. On the other hand, however, if platforms pass on the increased costs to consumers or merchants, leading to a decline in order volume, it is the delivery riders’ own wallets that will bear the brunt of the impact.

From the consumer’s perspective, increases in delivery fees are nothing new—intermittent adjustments over the past few years have long been the norm. However, each hike sparks a wave of public sentiment suggesting that “it’s cheaper to go buy it yourself,” often leading to a noticeable short-term drop in order volume. The pressure on merchants is also significant: if platforms adjust their fee structures or commission rates, it remains to be seen whether merchants will be able to pass these changes on to their menu prices or if they will have to absorb the costs themselves by cutting into their profits.

It is worth noting that Uber Eats has stated it “does not rule out” a price increase; this phrasing leaves room for flexibility and does not necessarily mean a price hike is certain, nor does it specify the amount of any increase. The stance of other operators, such as foodpanda, remains unclear at this time. Until the official text of the special law is published and the various platforms provide clear explanations of their rates, consumers and merchants will likely have to wait and see for now, and there is no need to rush into making major adjustments.

My biggest concern is whether this special law will actually ensure that protections are implemented—rather than simply giving platforms another excuse to raise rates while the claims process for delivery riders’ work-related injuries remains just as cumbersome and difficult to navigate. If, in the end, the only result is higher rates and protections that remain merely on paper, this law will be of very limited help to those on the front lines. For more news on food delivery-related policies, followTakeout News SectionStay up to date on the latest developments.

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