Limited company invoice

What to include

• The registered company name and registered office address
• Company number where relevant (for example, on formal business documents)
• The customer's legal name and address
• A unique sequential invoice number and the invoice date
• Description, quantity and unit price of the supply
• VAT breakdown and VAT number if VAT registered
• Payment terms and due date

Company name rules

Companies must use their registered name on business correspondence and invoices. If you trade under a different name, make sure the registered company name is also shown. Check Companies House guidance for the exact requirements.

VAT and corporation tax are different

VAT is charged on VATable supplies if the company is VAT registered. Corporation tax is paid on company profits. An invoice is not a corporation tax document, but it supports your records.

Related tools and guides

• Sole trader invoice
• VAT invoice template (UK)
• UK invoice requirements