Free Invoice Generator for United Kingdom

Create a professional United Kingdom invoice in Pound Sterling (GBP) in under two minutes — no signup, no watermark, no fees. Built for freelancers, contractors and small businesses billing clients in United Kingdom.

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Invoicing in United Kingdom at a glance

Currency	Pound Sterling (GBP, £)
Tax system	VAT (Value Added Tax)
Standard rate	20%
Reduced rates	5% (domestic fuel/power, energy-saving materials); 0% on most food, children's clothing and books
Business tax ID	VAT number (VRN) — GB + 9 digits (e.g. GB123456789)
Tax authority	HMRC (HM Revenue & Customs)
Date format	DD/MM/YYYY

What a United Kingdom invoice must include

Unique sequential invoice number
Invoice date (and tax point if different)
Supplier name, address and VAT registration number
Customer name and address
Description of goods/services supplied
Net amount, VAT rate(s) and VAT amount per rate
Total amount payable (gross)
Reverse-charge note where applicable (cross-border B2B)

2026 update for United Kingdom: Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT is mandatory for ALL VAT-registered businesses regardless of turnover — digital records must be kept and returns filed via HMRC-recognised software. The VAT registration threshold is £90,000, and MTD for Income Tax phases in from April 2026 for those earning over £50,000.

How to create a United Kingdom invoice (free, no signup)

Add your business details — name, address and your VAT number (VRN) if you are registered.
Add line items and tax — list your goods or services, set the GBP currency and apply 20% VAT where it applies.
Download and send — export a print-ready PDF and send it to your client. Start now in the free generator.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the United Kingdom invoice generator free?

Yes. Banana Invoice is 100% free for United Kingdom — create, customise and download professional invoices in Pound Sterling (GBP) as a PDF with no signup, no watermark and no fees.

What tax do I charge on an invoice in United Kingdom?

United Kingdom uses VAT (Value Added Tax), with a standard rate of 20%. You add the tax as a separate line on the invoice and show your VAT number (VRN) where required. The HMRC (HM Revenue & Customs) administers it.

What must a United Kingdom invoice include?

A compliant United Kingdom invoice should show your VAT number (VRN), a unique invoice number and date, the buyer's details, a description of goods or services, the tax rate and amount, and the total payable in GBP.

Do I need a VAT number (VRN) to send an invoice in United Kingdom?

If you are registered for VAT you must show your VAT number (VRN) on the invoice. Unregistered freelancers and small businesses can still send a simple invoice without charging tax.