Freelance Invoice Template
For freelancers & independent professionals • Hourly & project billing
City, Postcode
Phone: 00 000 0000
GST #: 000-000-000
City, Postcode
| Description | Hours | Qty | Rate | Amount | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product or service description | hours | 1 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Subtotal | $0.00 |
| GST (15%) | $0.00 |
| Total (NZD) | $0.00 |
| Paid | $0.00 |
| Balance Due | $0.00 |
Free Freelance Invoice Template — New Zealand GST
A clean invoice template for New Zealand freelancers, independent professionals, and contract workers. Supports hourly rate billing, project references, and billing periods — ideal for freelance writers, marketers, designers, developers, and consultants.
Freelance GST in New Zealand
If your freelance income exceeds $60,000/year, you must register for GST. Many freelancers voluntarily register below this threshold to claim back GST on equipment, software, and office expenses. As a freelancer, you can choose to file GST returns on a payments basis (pay GST when you receive payment) or an invoice basis.
Hourly vs Fixed-Price Billing
This template defaults to hourly billing, perfect for time-tracked freelance work. For fixed-price projects, simply set the "Hours" column to 1 and enter the total project fee as the rate. You can mix both billing types on a single invoice.
Getting Paid Faster
Include your bank account details directly on the invoice. NZ bank transfers are typically same-day, making direct credit the fastest payment method. Always include a clear payment due date and your invoice number as the bank reference.