{"id":197507,"date":"2019-05-24T10:08:17","date_gmt":"2019-05-24T09:08:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/?page_id=197507"},"modified":"2026-02-12T08:54:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T08:54:13","slug":"fuel-cards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/credit-cards\/fuel-cards","title":{"rendered":"Fuel cards: how do they work and are they right for you?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Does your business rely on a fleet of vehicles? Fuel cards are an easy alternative to reimbursing your drivers for fuel expenses, and they could save you money, too. Here\u2019s how they work.<\/p><h3>What are fuel cards?<\/h3><p>Fuel cards are a bit like business credit cards, but they can only be used to pay for business fuel and other driving-related expenses (such as vehicle repairs).<\/p><p>If your business owns, say, 20 or 30 trucks that travel across the UK all the time, you need to find an efficient way for drivers to pay for petrol and expense it to the company. A fuel card allows you to do that, saving you time on admin, without the risks involved in giving each driver a full credit card.<\/p><h3>How do fuel cards work?<\/h3><p>Most fuel cards are more like charge cards than credit cards: at the end of each billing cycle you\u2019ll have to pay off your debt in full. You can\u2019t carry a balance with a fuel card, which means you don\u2019t pay any interest; so you won\u2019t see any rates advertised on providers\u2019 websites when you\u2019re comparing cards. <\/p><p>You may also come across prepaid fuel cards, which work as the name suggests: you need to deposit money on the card before using it, and you drivers will only be able to spend as much as you\u2019ve deposited.<\/p><p>Different fuel card providers partner with different networks of fuel stations across the UK, so you can\u2019t necessarily use any fuel card at every petrol station: you\u2019ll have to choose the one that offers the best choice of fuel sites for your business.<\/p><h3>Pros and cons<\/h3><div class=\"fin-pros-cons\">\n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--check-circle\">\n                                    <li>Could make your fuel cheaper, thanks to discounts or fixed fuel prices.<\/li>\n                                    <li>More control over how much money your drivers spend and on what.<\/li>\n                                    <li>Industry-related benefits and rewards.<\/li>\n                                    <li>Insights into your fuel spending and how to cut costs.<\/li>\n                                    <li>VAT-friendly billing. No need to rely on drivers collecting receipts: the fuel card provider will issue you with HMRC-compliant invoices.<\/li>\n                                    <li>Zero interest.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    \n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--x-circle\">\n                                    <li>No flexibility in how you use the card.<\/li>\n                                    <li>Have to pay in full every month.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h3>Alternatives to fuel cards<\/h3><p>Not sure whether you need a fuel card for your business? Here are some other options you could consider:<\/p><h4>Business credit cards.<\/h4><p>These are more flexible, in that you can use them for any business expenditure and spread the cost if you need to, and may offer perks and rewards that fuel cards don\u2019t.<\/p><p>Giving your employees a credit card does run the risk that the card will be used in ways you weren\u2019t intending, but it could be a good idea if your drivers are often out for the night (perhaps abroad) and need to pay for food or accommodation. What\u2019s more, with some business credit cards you can set individual spending limits for each cardholder.<\/p><p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-credit-cards\">Business credit cards<\/a><\/p><h4>Expense management tools <\/h4><p>If the main reason you\u2019re considering a fuel card is to streamline your expense admin, you could invest in some software to do that for you. Some tools, like Soldo, even offer a spending account and prepaid cards for your employees.<\/p><h4>Prepaid business cards<\/h4><p>Prepaid business cards can offer effective budgeting and expense tracking. They are suitable for cost control, budget allocation and employee spending management as cardholders can only spend the money that has been loaded onto the card.<\/p><p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-banking\/prepaid-business-cards\">Prepaid business cards<\/a><\/p><h3>Should I choose a fuel card or a regular credit card?<\/h3><p>We can\u2019t answer that for you, but here are some questions to ask yourself to help you decide:<\/p><ul><li><strong>How much fuel do you use?<\/strong> If you just have a couple of vans that go across town a couple of times a week, a fuel card is unlikely to be right for you. This is because some fuel cards set a minimum usage, and others charge a monthly fee, so they\u2019re likely to be uneconomical if you don\u2019t use them enough. <\/li><li><strong>How many employees and vehicles do you have?<\/strong> If it\u2019s a small business and your drivers are all family members, controlling your employees\u2019 spending might not matter so much to you.<\/li><li><strong>What sort of extras would benefit you? <\/strong> One of the key benefits of fuel cards is that some offer discounts on repairs or road assistance if a vehicle breaks down. Business credit cards, on the other hand, might offer air miles or reward points. The best option for you will depend on the nature and needs of your business.<\/li><li><strong>Do you need credit? <\/strong> Fuel cards don\u2019t charge any interest, but you\u2019ll always have to pay your bill on time, even if your business is having a temporary cash flow problem. If you\u2019re looking for a little extra flexibility, a credit card may be a better bet; keep in mind that some offer month-long interest-free introductory periods on purchases.<\/li><\/ul><h3>What\u2019s the best fuel card?<\/h3><p>It\u2019s not as easy to compare fuel cards as it is with some other financial products, because fuel card providers don\u2019t disclose all the details of what they offer on their websites. We suggest narrowing down your search to 3 or 4 cards that you think may work for you, and then contacting the provider to ask for a bespoke offer. Here are some of the things you should consider when you\u2019re refining your options:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Where can you use the card?<\/strong> Is it a satisfactory number of petrol stations? Are they available on the routes your drivers usually take? Can you use the card at supermarkets&#8217; petrol stations?<\/li><li><strong>What discount does it offer?<\/strong> How much can you save on fuel costs in a month or in a year?<\/li><li><strong>What extra benefits can you get?<\/strong> Look for money off repairs or roadside assistance. Some fuel cards can also earn you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/credit-cards\/nectar-credit-cards\">Nectar points<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/credit-cards\/tesco-bank\/tesco-credit-card-clubcard-points\">Clubcard points<\/a>, opening up a whole world of extra rewards.<\/li><li><strong>Is there an annual fee?<\/strong> Is it worth the benefits you\u2019d get in return? Do the maths: how much fuel would you need to buy in a year to start saving money?<\/li><li><strong>Is there a minimum spend?<\/strong> Some cards set their minimum usage pretty high, and others charge a higher annual fee if you have a relatively small fleet of vehicles, so these might not be the best for small businesses.<\/li><li><strong>How long are the interest-free periods?<\/strong> Some cards will bill you weekly; others offer billing cycles of a month or more. (This is likely to depend on your business\u2019s credit score, so it may be something to ask about when you get in touch with the card provider.)<\/li><li><strong>How much control do you have over the card? <\/strong> Can you set different spending limits for each user? Can the card also be used in supermarkets if you decide to allow this?<\/li><li><strong>What type of vehicle is it best for?<\/strong> Many cards specifically target trucks, vans or buses, for example.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Frequently asked questions<\/h3><ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\"><li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000000\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000000\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Can fuel cards be used at \u201cpay at pump\u201d petrol stations?<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"accordion0000000000\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n    <div class=\"accordionContent\">They usually can. If it\u2019s a dealbreaker for you, check with the provider before you apply.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000001\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000001\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Can fuel cards be used abroad?<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"accordion0000000001\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n    <div class=\"accordionContent\">Some can. They may be a little more expensive, but if your drivers often travel across Europe, it could be worth it.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000002\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000002\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Can individuals get fuel cards for personal use?<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"accordion0000000002\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n    <div class=\"accordionContent\">No, there\u2019s no financial incentive for providers to offer fuel cards to individuals. However, some providers do offer fuel cards for self-employed people and sole traders.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000003\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000003\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">How much cheaper is fuel with a fuel card?<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"accordion0000000003\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n    <div class=\"accordionContent\">It\u2019s usually only a few pence per litre, but that can quickly add up.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li><\/ul><article class=\"luna-card luna-card--alt\"><div class=\"luna-card__block has-padding-small\">We show offers we can track - that's not every product on the market...yet. 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