Cycle to Work for the Self-Employed: What Are Your Options?
Self-employed? The cycle to work scheme is only available to PAYE employees. Here's why — and what options sole traders actually have.
July 5, 2026 · 6 min read
Everyday cycling, UK
Plain-English guides for people who’d rather cycle.
Commuting, the Cycle to Work scheme, choosing and maintaining a bike — checked against the original sources, written without hype.
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Cycle to Work Scheme 2026: how it works
The full guide to the UK salary-sacrifice scheme, with a calculator that shows your saving from your salary and the bike’s price.
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