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Free invoice template for the Netherlands

Create a professional invoice for the Netherlands in EUR, with VAT calculated at 21%. Below you’ll find what an invoice in the Netherlands must include, current rates and local rules — plus a free generator already set up for the Netherlands.

EUR · €VAT · 21%DD-MM-YYYY
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Invoicing in the Netherlands at a glance

CurrencyEuro (EUR, €)
Consumption taxVAT
Local nameOmzetbelasting (btw)
Standard rate21%
Reduced rates9%
Date formatDD-MM-YYYY (e.g. 28-10-2026)
Keep invoices for7 years
Registration / small-business threshold€20,000 annual turnover (KOR)

Required information on an invoice in the Netherlands

Make sure every invoice you issue in the Netherlands includes:

  • Unique, consecutive invoice number and invoice date
  • Your name, address and VAT identification number (btw-id)
  • Your Chamber of Commerce (KvK) number
  • Customer’s name and address (and VAT ID for reverse charge)
  • Description and quantity of goods or services and date of supply
  • Amount excluding VAT per rate, the VAT rate and VAT amount
  • For reverse charge: the note “btw verlegd”

Rules and tips for the Netherlands

  • The small business scheme (KOR) exempts businesses with annual turnover up to €20,000 from charging VAT; their invoices must not show VAT.
  • Self-employed people use their btw-identificatienummer on invoices, not their omzetbelastingnummer.
  • Invoices up to €100 may be simplified.
  • Keep your records, including invoices, for 7 years (10 years for real-estate records).

Sample invoice for the Netherlands

This is what a typical invoice looks like with EUR amounts and btw applied. Create your own in the generator — your data never leaves your browser.

Your Company
123 Business Street
Netherlands
Tax ID: NL123456789
Invoice
Invoice no.
2026-0042
Date
01-10-2026
Due date
15-10-2026
Bill to
Client Company
45 Client Avenue, Netherlands
DescriptionQtyUnit priceAmount
Consulting services (hours)10€ 73,00€ 730,00
Website design1€ 1.000,00€ 1.000,00
Subtotal€ 1.730,00
btw 21%€ 363,30
Total€ 2.093,30

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How to make an invoice in the Netherlands

  1. Open the BillKit invoice generator using the button above — it is already set to EUR and VAT at 21%.
  2. Add your business details: name, address and your tax or VAT registration number.
  3. Enter your client’s name, address and (for business clients) their tax ID.
  4. Give the invoice a unique sequential number, an issue date and a due date.
  5. List each product or service with quantity and unit price; adjust the tax rate if a reduced rate or exemption applies.
  6. Check the totals, add payment details, then download the PDF and send it to your client.

Frequently asked questions

What is the VAT rate in the Netherlands?

The standard VAT rate in the Netherlands is 21%. Reduced rates of 9% apply to certain goods and services.

Do I need to charge VAT on my invoices in the Netherlands?

Generally yes, once you are registered for VAT. Businesses below the registration or small-business threshold (€20,000 annual turnover (KOR)) usually do not charge VAT — in that case don’t show it on the invoice and, where required, state the exemption.

Which currency should I use on an invoice in the Netherlands?

Invoices in the Netherlands are normally issued in Euro (EUR). You can usually invoice in a foreign currency, but many tax authorities require the tax amount to also be stated in the local currency.

How long do I need to keep invoices in the Netherlands?

Keep copies of all issued and received invoices for at least 7 years.

What must an invoice in the Netherlands include?

Key elements include: Unique, consecutive invoice number and invoice date; Your name, address and VAT identification number (btw-id); Your Chamber of Commerce (KvK) number; Customer’s name and address (and VAT ID for reverse charge); Description and quantity of goods or services and date of supply.

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⚠️ General information, not tax or legal advice. Rules change and may depend on your situation — confirm with a local tax adviser or the tax authority. Last reviewed October 2026.