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ABN Invoice Template

Create professional invoices with your Australian Business Number (ABN). Perfect for Australian freelancers and businesses.

Completed ABN invoice sample

Use this filled example to check the structure, then create your own in the live editor. ABN and GST registration are separate: the $75,000 threshold is for GST registration, not ABN eligibility.

Coastal Studio Pty Ltd
ABN 53 004 085 616
TAX INVOICE
INV-0104

Bill to: Example Client Pty Ltd · Due: 3 Sep 2026

Brand design package$1,000.00
GST$100.00
Total$1,100.00

Validate before you send

  1. Check the 11-digit number and entity at official ABN Lookup.
  2. Confirm GST registration before charging GST or using “Tax Invoice”.
  3. For taxable sales of $1,000 or more, add the buyer identity or ABN.

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Common services billed with this template

Typical use cases for the abn invoice template:

  • ✓ Sole trader contracting and freelance work
  • ✓ Consulting and advisory services
  • ✓ Trade services (plumbing, electrical, carpentry)
  • ✓ Cleaning, gardening and home services
  • ✓ Creative work (design, writing, photo, video)
  • ✓ Online services and digital products

Typical line items

Fields you'll usually include on this invoice:

  • ✓ Your ABN (11 digits) clearly displayed in the header
  • ✓ Detailed description of goods or services
  • ✓ Quantity, rate and line total
  • ✓ GST line (if GST-registered) or "No GST applicable" note
  • ✓ Total amount due in AUD
  • ✓ Payment terms and BSB/account or PayID for transfer

Standard Payment Terms

Net 7, Net 14 or Net 30 days — sole traders often use Net 7 to maintain cash flow.

Invoicing Tips

  • ✓ Always include your ABN — without it the payer is required to withhold 47% under PAYG rules
  • ✓ An ABN and GST registration are separate; compulsory GST registration generally starts at $75,000 GST turnover
  • ✓ If you're not GST-registered, label the document "Invoice" (not "Tax Invoice")
  • ✓ Use unique sequential invoice numbers for record-keeping
  • ✓ Include payment instructions (BSB, account, PayID) directly on the invoice

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ✓ Missing the ABN entirely — leads to 47% PAYG withholding
  • ✓ Calling it a "Tax Invoice" without being GST-registered
  • ✓ Mixing personal and business invoices without separate numbering
  • ✓ Not including payment terms or due date
  • ✓ Forgetting to keep a copy for the 5-year ATO record-keeping rule

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an ABN invoice sample or example I can copy?

Yes — the live preview on this page is a working ABN invoice example. Fill in your details and you'll see a correctly formatted sample, with your ABN, line items and GST updating in real time. Download it as a PDF, or start from an editable Word or Excel template.

Do I need an ABN to invoice in Australia?

You can issue an invoice without an ABN, but when a supplier does not quote one the payer may need to withhold 47% under PAYG rules unless an ATO exception applies. ABN entitlement depends on carrying on an enterprise, not the $75,000 GST threshold.

How do I get an ABN?

Apply free at abr.gov.au. You'll need your TFN and details about your business activity. Most applications are approved instantly.

Do I have to charge GST if I have an ABN?

Only if you're registered for GST — which is mandatory once your business turnover exceeds $75,000/year ($150,000 for non-profits). Below that, you can voluntarily register or invoice without GST.

Can a sole trader use the same ABN for multiple businesses?

Yes — as a sole trader you have one ABN that covers all your business activities. You just need to track income separately for each activity in your tax return.

What if my ABN is cancelled?

Do not quote a cancelled ABN as current. Check ABN Lookup and contact the Australian Business Register about reinstatement or a new application. Whether you can issue a bill and whether the payer must withhold depends on the transaction and any ATO exception.

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