Free UK VAT Invoice Generator
Generate HMRC-compliant VAT invoices for the United Kingdom instantly. Supports UK VAT terminology and fields, GBP (£) currency formatting, and all required fields including your VAT registration number. Enter your applicable VAT rate — Bilto calculates the totals. No login, no software, no subscription — create and download your UK invoice in under a minute.
Why use Bilto for UK VAT invoices?
VAT-Ready Fields
UK VAT terminology and invoice fields are pre-configured. Enter your applicable VAT rate — Bilto calculates the net, VAT, and gross totals automatically.
GBP Currency
Invoices display amounts in British Pounds (£) with correct UK number formatting and DD/MM/YYYY date format as expected by UK clients.
HMRC-Compliant Fields
Includes your VAT registration number, unique invoice number, tax point date, and all fields required by HMRC for a valid VAT invoice.
UK VAT invoice requirements (HMRC)
- ✓A unique sequential invoice number
- ✓Your VAT registration number
- ✓Invoice date and the tax point (time of supply)
- ✓Your business name and address
- ✓Your customer's business name and address (for full VAT invoices)
- ✓Description of goods or services supplied
- ✓Total amount excluding VAT
- ✓VAT rate applied to each item
- ✓Total VAT charged
- ✓Total amount including VAT
How to create a UK VAT invoice
- Click "Create UK VAT Invoice Free" — UK and GBP are pre-filled
- Enter your business name, address, and VAT registration number
- Add your customer's details
- Set a unique invoice number and the invoice date
- Add your goods or services with descriptions and unit prices
- VAT is calculated automatically based on the rate you enter — net, VAT, and gross totals are shown separately
- Download the PDF — ready to send to your customer and submit to Making Tax Digital
Frequently Asked Questions
When do I need to register for VAT in the UK?
You must register for VAT if your VAT-taxable turnover exceeds £90,000 in any 12-month period (as of 2024). You can also register voluntarily if your turnover is below this threshold — which can be beneficial if your customers are VAT-registered businesses who can reclaim the VAT.
What is the difference between a full VAT invoice and a simplified VAT invoice?
A full VAT invoice is required for sales above £250 to VAT-registered customers and must include all HMRC-required fields including the customer's name and address. A simplified VAT invoice can be issued for retail supplies up to £250 and requires fewer details. Bilto generates full VAT invoices suitable for all B2B supplies.
Can I issue invoices in a currency other than GBP?
Yes — you can invoice in foreign currency, but the VAT amount must also be shown in GBP using HMRC's approved exchange rate. Bilto defaults to GBP for UK invoices to ensure compliance.
Which VAT rate should I apply on my UK invoice?
VAT rates in the UK vary depending on the goods or services supplied — there are multiple rates applicable to different categories. Enter whichever rate applies to your specific supply in Bilto and it will calculate the VAT amount and totals for you. Always verify the correct rate with HMRC or a tax adviser.
Do I need to use Making Tax Digital (MTD) software?
If you're VAT-registered, HMRC requires you to keep digital records and submit VAT returns via MTD-compatible software. Bilto generates VAT invoices but is not an MTD accounting platform — you'll need to record your invoices in MTD-compatible accounting software for VAT return submissions.