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Billfy Blog: Invoicing, WHT and GST Guides

Plain-English guides for freelancers and small businesses in Pakistan, India, the UAE and beyond. Each guide comes with worked examples, and links to the free tool that does the maths for you.

How to Number Invoices: Invoice Number Formats and Examples

Not sure how to number your invoices? See simple invoice number formats, the rules to follow, and what to do with credit notes and new years.

5 min read

Proforma Invoice vs Tax Invoice vs Commercial Invoice: What Is the Difference?

Proforma, tax and commercial invoices look alike but do different jobs. Learn when to use each one, with a comparison table and examples.

6 min read

How to Follow Up on an Unpaid Invoice: Timeline and Email Templates

Client not paying? Follow this step-by-step timeline and copy 4 polite payment reminder email templates to get your unpaid invoice paid.

7 min read

Invoice Payment Terms Explained: Net 15, Net 30 and Due on Receipt

What do Net 15, Net 30 and Due on Receipt mean? Learn how to choose invoice payment terms, add late fees and get paid faster.

6 min read

How to Create an Invoice as a Freelancer: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to create a professional freelance invoice in 8 steps. See what to include, a sample layout, and common mistakes that delay payment.

7 min read

What Is WHT on an Invoice? Withholding Tax Explained With Examples

What withholding tax is, how it differs from GST and VAT, and how much you really receive, with a worked example.

6 min read

GST vs VAT: What Is the Difference? A Simple Guide

How GST and VAT work, where they differ by country, and how to show them on an invoice, with a simple example.

5 min read

What to Include on a Tax Invoice: Checklist and Sample

A 13-point checklist for a complete tax invoice, a sample layout, and notes for the UAE, India and Pakistan.

6 min read

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