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VAT invoicing software for UK businesses

UK invoicing software produces VAT invoices that HMRC accepts: it shows your VAT number, applies the 20%, 5% or 0% rate per line, and keeps digital records you can submit through Making Tax Digital-compatible software. Billing Software by Betterwork suits UK sole traders, agencies and small firms.

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How our vat invoicing software helps United Kingdom businesses

Benefits of vat invoicing software for uk businesses

Full VAT invoices

VAT number, supply date, unit price, rate and VAT per line โ€” every field HMRC lists.

Mixed VAT rates

Standard, reduced, zero-rated and exempt items on the same invoice.

Digital records

Keep the digital records Making Tax Digital requires, ready to export.

Multi-currency

Invoice EU and US clients in EUR or USD with sterling VAT shown.

United Kingdom invoice and tax rules at a glance

United Kingdom invoice requirements checklist
  • The UK standard VAT rate is 20%, with a 5% reduced rate and a 0% zero rate.
  • VAT registration is compulsory once taxable turnover exceeds ยฃ90,000 in a rolling 12 months (threshold since 1 April 2024).
  • All VAT-registered businesses must keep digital records and file VAT returns using Making Tax Digital-compatible software.

Official sources: HMRC: VAT invoices, Making Tax Digital for VAT. Rules change; confirm current requirements with your tax adviser.

Sample United Kingdom tax invoice in GBP made with Billing Software by Betterwork

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VAT invoicing software for UK businesses: FAQ

United Kingdom billing software questions and answers

What must a UK VAT invoice include?

A unique number, your name, address and VAT number, the invoice and supply dates, customer details, a description, quantity, unit price excluding VAT, VAT rate and VAT amount, and the totals.

Do I need VAT invoices if I am not registered?

No. If you are not VAT-registered you issue ordinary invoices and must not charge VAT.

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