Netherlands
Dutch invoice requirements: what must be on your invoice
Mandatory details on a Dutch invoice, the deadline for issuing it, and when a simplified invoice is not allowed.
In short
- Dutch invoices have fixed mandatory details, including your VAT ID, KVK number, a sequential number and the VAT amount.
- Issue the invoice no later than the 15th day of the month after the supply.
- For supplies to other EU countries, also show your customer’s VAT ID.
Mandatory details
- your VAT identification number
- the VAT rate and VAT amount
- the invoice date and a unique, sequential invoice number
- your name and address, and your customer’s name and address
- your KVK number, if you have one
- the date of supply
- what you supplied and the quantity
Issue on time
Send your invoice no later than the 15th day of the month following the month of supply.
Simplified invoices
A simplified invoice is allowed for totals up to €100 including VAT, but not for intra-EU supplies of goods or for services where VAT is reverse-charged.
Official sources
Sources checked on November 12, 2026 · General information, not legal or tax advice for your situation.
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