What makes a UK invoice different?
UK businesses typically invoice in British Pounds, show VAT separately when registered, and include identifiers such as a VAT registration number or company registration number for limited companies. Payment instructions often list a sort code and account number for BACS transfers, or an IBAN for international payments. SmartFlexa's UK invoice generator follows these conventions while keeping the same clean layout as our general invoice tool.
Whether you are a sole trader, freelancer, contractor, or limited company, you can produce a credible document in minutes. Business details, VAT settings, logo, and payment information are saved in your browser so you do not need to re-enter them on every visit—only the client and line items change per invoice.
How to create an invoice online in the UK
Start with your business name and optional UK identifiers. Upload a logo if you have one. Enter the client you are billing, set invoice and due dates, and add line items with quantities and unit prices in GBP. Enable VAT and pick 0%, 5%, 20%, or a custom rate—the preview updates subtotal, VAT amount, grand total, and amount due instantly. Add bank details in the payment section when you want them printed on the invoice.
When the preview looks right, click Download PDF for a portable file or Print to send to your printer or save as PDF from the system dialog. Nothing is uploaded to our servers.
FAQ
- How do I create a UK invoice online?
- Fill in business and client details, add GBP line items, set VAT if needed, then download PDF or print. Business settings are saved locally for next time.
- Is this UK invoice generator free?
- Yes—use it as often as you like with no signup. PDF generation runs locally in your browser.
- Does it support UK VAT?
- Yes. Toggle VAT on or off and choose 0%, 5%, 20%, or a custom rate. Totals show subtotal, VAT rate, VAT amount, grand total, and amount due.
- Can I add my company logo?
- Yes. Upload PNG, JPG, JPEG, or SVG. The logo appears in preview, print, and PDF.