Red Diesel Eligibility Checker

Use this red diesel eligibility checker as a general guide before ordering.

Answer a few questions about the intended use, equipment and situation. The tool will suggest whether the use may be permitted, may need checking, or may not be permitted.

This tool is not legal advice. Red diesel rules can depend on the user, machine, vehicle, purpose and location. Always check current guidance or speak to a supplier before ordering.

How to use the red diesel eligibility checker

Start by choosing the broad use case that best matches your situation. The tool may then ask follow-up questions depending on the route selected.

Some answers may lead straight to a result because the intended use is more clearly outside the common permitted uses. Other answers may need further checking because the rules can depend on the exact activity, equipment or road use.

What the results mean

“This use may be permitted” means your answers appear to match a common permitted route, but you should still check the details before ordering.

“This use may need checking” means the answer may depend on the exact situation, equipment, location or purpose.

“This use may not be permitted” means your answers suggest the intended use may fall outside common permitted red diesel uses.

Before ordering red diesel

Before placing an order, make sure you understand what the fuel will be used for and whether that use is suitable. If you are unsure, ask the supplier or check the relevant guidance before ordering.

You may also want to keep records such as supplier invoices and usage notes where appropriate.