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Your Business
Bill To
Invoice Details
Line Items
Only VAT-registered businesses (€37,500+ turnover for services) must charge VAT.
Payment Notes (optional)
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Your Business Name
INVOICE
INV-001
| Description | Qty | Unit Price | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | 1 | €0.00 | €0.00 |
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Invoicing for Irish service professionals — what you need to know
Issuing a correct, professional invoice is a legal requirement for any VAT-registered business in Ireland — but even non-VAT-registered sole traders benefit enormously from consistent invoicing. A clear invoice reduces payment disputes, speeds up settlement, and creates a paper trail that Revenue expects to see in the event of an audit. According to the Revenue Commissioners, the most common compliance issue for small businesses is incomplete or inconsistent invoicing records.
VAT registration thresholds in Ireland (2026)
Whether you must charge VAT depends entirely on your annual turnover:
| Business type | Registration threshold | Standard VAT rate |
|---|---|---|
| Supply of services (most professionals) | €37,500 / year | 23% |
| Supply of goods | €75,000 / year | 23% |
| Construction / property services | €37,500 / year | 13.5% |
| Accountants, solicitors, engineers | €37,500 / year | 23% |
If you are below the threshold, you do not need to charge VAT and should leave the VAT rate set to 0% in the generator above. Below-threshold businesses may voluntarily register for VAT — which allows you to reclaim VAT on business expenses — but this comes with quarterly filing obligations. Speak to your accountant before voluntarily registering.
What must appear on a valid Irish invoice?
Revenue sets out specific requirements for tax invoices in Ireland. A complete invoice must include:
- The full name and address of the supplier
- The supplier's VAT registration number (if VAT-registered)
- The date of issue
- A unique, sequential invoice number
- A full description of the goods or services supplied
- Quantity and unit price for each item
- The VAT rate applied and the total VAT amount charged
- The total amount payable (excluding and including VAT)
- The name and address of the customer (for invoices over €100)
Getting paid faster: practical tips for Irish professionals
Late payment is the single biggest cash-flow challenge for sole traders and small firms. The Late Payment in Commercial Transactions Regulations 2012 entitles businesses to charge statutory interest (currently 8% above the ECB rate) on overdue commercial invoices, though most professionals never invoke it. More practical approaches:
- Issue invoices immediately on completion — not days or weeks later
- Set payment terms of 14 or 21 days rather than 30 where possible
- Include your bank IBAN on every invoice to make payment frictionless
- Follow up with a polite reminder email on the due date
- For large jobs, issue a deposit invoice before work begins
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to charge VAT on my invoices in Ireland?
You must register for VAT and charge it on invoices only if your annual turnover exceeds €37,500 for services (or €75,000 for goods). Below this threshold, VAT registration is optional. The standard VAT rate for most professional services is 23%. Construction and property-related services typically qualify for the 13.5% reduced rate.
What information must appear on a valid Irish invoice?
A valid Irish invoice must include: the supplier's name and address, the supplier's VAT number (if VAT-registered), the date of issue, a unique sequential invoice number, a description of the goods or services supplied, the quantity and unit price, the VAT rate applied, the VAT amount, and the total amount payable. For amounts under €100, a simplified invoice is acceptable.
How should I number my invoices in Ireland?
Invoices must be numbered sequentially and uniquely — for example INV-001, INV-002, or 2026-001. There is no fixed format required, but the sequence must be unbroken and each number must appear only once. Revenue may request to see the full sequential record during a tax audit.
Can I issue invoices by email in Ireland?
Yes. Electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) is fully legal and accepted by Revenue in Ireland. The same information requirements apply as for paper invoices. You must be able to produce the invoice in a readable format if requested by Revenue, and it must be stored for at least 6 years.