Free invoice template for South Africa (PDF, no sign-up)

Key points

• Use our free invoice generator. It runs in your browser, with no sign-up
• Every invoice needs a unique number, date, your details, the client's details, a description, the amount and banking details
• Only VAT-registered businesses may call it a 'tax invoice' and add VAT
• Save every invoice as a PDF and keep it for five years

What to put on a South African invoice

• The word 'Invoice' (or 'Tax invoice' if VAT registered)
• Your name or business name, address and contact details
• The client's name and address
• A sequential invoice number and the issue date
• A description of the work, quantity and price in rand
• Total due, due date and banking details with a payment reference

If you're VAT registered

Add your VAT number, the client's VAT number where required, and show VAT at 15% separately. SARS Section 20 sets out the full list. See our tax invoice checklist.

Tips to get paid faster

• Invoice the day the work is delivered
• Use short payment terms, such as 7 or 14 days
• Ask for a deposit before starting
• Send a polite reminder on the due date