Netherlands VAT (BTW) Invoices

Free Invoice Generator Netherlands

Create professional BTW-compliant invoices for your Dutch business. No signup required.

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Your business
Bill to (client)
Invoice details
Line items
Description Qty Unit price Tax %
Totals
Payment details
Notes
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Tax
VAT (BTW) at 21%
Currency
EUR (€)
Business registration
BTW-id
Country
Netherlands

Why Use Our Free Netherlands Invoice Generator?

21% BTW Ready

Automatically calculate and display the Dutch 21% VAT (BTW) for registered businesses.

BTW-id Compatible

Add your VAT identification number (btw-id) to every invoice for Belastingdienst compliance.

EUR Currency Support

Invoices display amounts in euro with correct formatting for Dutch and EU clients.

Invoice requirements in Netherlands

What a compliant invoice needs in Netherlands:

  • ✓ Show your VAT identification number (btw-id) and the VAT rate and amount separately
  • ✓ Include your KvK (Chamber of Commerce) number where relevant
  • ✓ Use a sequential invoice number and the invoice date
  • ✓ A reduced 9% rate applies to some goods and services — apply the correct rate

Invoicing tips for Netherlands

  • ✓ Keep your administration for at least 7 years for the Belastingdienst
  • ✓ SEPA bank transfer is the standard payment method in the Netherlands
  • ✓ For intra-EU B2B sales, apply the reverse charge and note the client's VAT number
  • ✓ Show net, VAT and gross totals clearly

Common mistakes to avoid

  • ✓ Using the old btw-nummer instead of the btw-id on invoices to private customers
  • ✓ Applying 21% to items eligible for the 9% reduced rate
  • ✓ Omitting the KvK or btw-id
  • ✓ Forgetting the reverse-charge note on intra-EU B2B invoices

Netherlands invoicing FAQ

What VAT rate applies in the Netherlands?

The standard VAT (BTW) rate is 21%. A reduced rate of 9% applies to certain goods and services (such as food and books), and some supplies are exempt or zero-rated.

What must a Dutch invoice include?

It should show your name, address, btw-id and KvK number, a sequential invoice number and date, the client's details, an itemised description, the VAT rate and amount, and the net and gross totals.

Do I need to charge BTW as a zzp'er?

Most self-employed professionals (zzp'ers) charge 21% BTW unless they qualify for the small business scheme (KOR) or an exemption. If registered, you must issue compliant invoices showing your btw-id and the VAT charged.

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