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Short Invoice for the United Kingdom

Short Invoice Template for England and Wales

A standardized invoice template compliant with English and Welsh law, designed to facilitate clear and efficient billing processes. The template includes essential elements required by UK legislation, including VAT requirements, company information, and payment terms. It provides a professional format for documenting financial transactions while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations such as the Value Added Tax Act 1994 and the Companies Act 2006.

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What is a Short Invoice?

The Short Invoice Template is a fundamental business document used to request payment for goods or services provided. Designed for use under English and Welsh law, it incorporates all necessary elements required by UK legislation, including VAT information, company details, and payment terms. This template is particularly useful for small to medium-sized businesses seeking a standardized approach to billing that ensures compliance with relevant regulations while maintaining professional presentation. It can be used for both B2B and B2C transactions, though different requirements may apply depending on the nature of the transaction.

What sections should be included in a Short Invoice?

1. Invoice Header: Company name, logo, and 'Invoice' clearly marked

2. Invoice Details: Invoice number, date, and payment due date

3. Supplier Details: Full business name, address, contact information

4. Customer Details: Client's name, billing address, contact information

5. Description of Goods/Services: Itemized list with descriptions, quantities, unit prices

6. Payment Information: Total amount, payment terms, bank details

What sections are optional to include in a Short Invoice?

1. VAT Details: VAT registration number and calculations (if VAT registered)

2. Purchase Order Reference: Client's PO number if applicable

3. Delivery Details: Shipping information if physical goods involved

4. Late Payment Terms: Interest rates and penalties for late payment

What schedules should be included in a Short Invoice?

1. None typically required: Standard invoices typically don't include schedules or appendices

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓÆµ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

England and Wales

Document Type

Invoice Form

Sector

Sales

Cost

Free to use
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Industries

Value Added Tax Act 1994: Governs VAT requirements including VAT information display on invoices, VAT registration number requirements, and proper VAT calculations and rates

Companies Act 2006: Specifies requirements for displaying company information, including company registration number and registered office address

Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Covers payment terms and statutory right to claim interest on late payments in commercial transactions

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant when dealing with consumers, ensuring clear pricing and payment terms are provided

Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015: Contains requirements for payment practices reporting, particularly relevant for business-to-business transactions

Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Applies to consumer contracts, requiring clear information provision in business-to-consumer transactions

Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002: Governs requirements for electronic invoices and communications, including specific provisions for e-commerce

Data Protection Act 2018 (UK GDPR): Regulates the handling of personal information and data protection requirements in business documentation

Teams

Employer, Employee, Start Date, Job Title, Department, Location, Probationary Period, Notice Period, Salary, Overtime, Vacation Pay, Statutory Holidays, Benefits, Bonus, Expenses, Working Hours, Rest Breaks,  Leaves of Absence, Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition, Code of Conduct, Termination,  Severance Pay, Governing Law, Entire Agreemen

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