What is this Tool?
The Invoice Generator helps freelancers and small business owners create professional, GST-compliant invoices instantly without any accounting software. A well-designed invoice establishes your professionalism, clearly communicates payment terms, and reduces the likelihood of payment delays. This tool generates a clean, printable invoice you can save as PDF directly from your browser.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register for GST?
In India, GST registration is mandatory if your annual freelance turnover exceeds ₹20 lakh (₹10 lakh for some states). Below this threshold, you can invoice without GST but mention 'GST not applicable' on your invoice.
What information must a GST invoice contain?
A GST-compliant invoice must include: your GSTIN, client's GSTIN (for B2B), invoice number, date, description of services, HSN/SAC code, GST rate, and total amount with GST breakup.
How do I number my invoices?
Use a sequential system: INV-001, INV-002, etc. You can also include the year: INV-2026-001. Never repeat invoice numbers — this creates accounting and legal issues.
When should I follow up on unpaid invoices?
Send a polite reminder 3 days before the due date, another on the due date, and a firm reminder 7 days after. After 30 days, consider adding a late payment clause to future contracts.
What is the correct invoice format for freelancers in India?
A freelance invoice should include your name and contact details, the client's name, a unique invoice number, invoice date, due date, a description of the work, the amount, any GST charged, and payment details. If you are GST-registered, also include your GSTIN and the client's GSTIN (for business clients).
Can I make an invoice without a GST number?
Yes. If you are not GST-registered — most freelancers earning under ₹20 lakh a year aren't required to register — you can issue a normal invoice without GST. Just set the GST field to 0%. You cannot charge GST unless you are registered.
How do I invoice a foreign client?
Services to foreign clients are treated as exports and are zero-rated under GST. If you are registered and have filed a Letter of Undertaking (LUT), set GST to 0% and add a note such as "Supply meant for export under LUT without payment of IGST". This tool shows amounts in ₹, so mention the agreed foreign-currency amount in the description if needed.
How do I save the invoice as a PDF?
Click Generate Invoice, then Print / Save as PDF. In the print window choose "Save as PDF" as the printer. Nothing is uploaded — the invoice is created in your browser and stays on your device.
How much GST should a freelancer charge?
Most freelance services — writing, design, development, consulting, marketing — attract 18% GST when billed to Indian clients. On a ₹50,000 invoice that's ₹9,000 GST, for a total of ₹59,000. Only charge GST if you are registered.
Will my client deduct TDS from my invoice?
Often, yes. Businesses paying professional fees above ₹50,000 in a year generally deduct TDS at 10% before paying you. You still invoice the full amount; the deducted TDS shows up in your Form 26AS and is credited against your income tax.
How should I number my invoices?
Use a simple sequence that never repeats, such as INV-2026-001, INV-2026-002. Many freelancers restart numbering each financial year (April to March). Consistent numbering makes it easier to track payments and file taxes.
What payment terms should I put on an invoice?
Common terms are "Due on receipt", "Net 15" or "Net 30" (payment within 15 or 30 days). Shorter terms get you paid faster. For large projects, ask for an advance of 30–50% before starting and invoice the rest on delivery.
What should I do if a client doesn't pay my invoice?
Send a polite reminder a day or two after the due date, then a firmer follow-up a week later. If there's still no payment, pause further work until the invoice is cleared. Asking for an advance on future projects is the best way to avoid this.
Is this invoice generator really free?
Yes — no signup, no watermark and no limit on invoices. Everything runs in your browser, so your client and payment details are never sent to a server.
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