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Invoice & Receipt Generator

Create a professional invoice or receipt in seconds. Download, print, or send to your customer via WhatsApp or email -- completely free.

Your Details

Business / Store Name

Your Phone / WhatsApp

Your Address (optional)

Customer Details

Customer Name

Customer Phone / Address

Invoice Details

Invoice No.

Date

Items

Delivery / Shipping (₦)

Discount (₦)

Notes / Payment Instructions

Your Store

INVOICE

Bill To

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Discount-₦0

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Why Nigerian Sellers Need Proper Invoices

Sending a professional invoice builds trust with customers, reduces payment disputes, and creates a paper trail for your business records. Many Nigerian sellers use WhatsApp screenshots as receipts -- a proper invoice looks more professional and protects both parties.

What Should a Nigerian Business Invoice Include?

Your business name and contact details
Customer name and contact
Invoice number (for record-keeping)
Date of issue
Itemised list of goods or services with quantities and prices
Total amount in Naira
Payment instructions (bank account, Opay, Palmpay, etc.)

Invoice vs Receipt in Nigeria

An invoice is sent before or at the time of payment -- it requests payment. A receipt confirms payment has been received. For most Nigerian small sellers, the same document serves both purposes: send it with payment details, then mark it as paid once you receive payment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to include VAT on my invoices in Nigeria?

If your business is VAT-registered (annual turnover above ₦25 million), you must charge and show 7.5% VAT. Most small sellers below this threshold do not need to add VAT.

Can I send this invoice via WhatsApp?

Yes. Print it as a PDF and send via WhatsApp, email, or Shopinbos. Customers appreciate having a clear breakdown of what they are paying for.

Is this invoice template legally valid in Nigeria?

This is a general-purpose invoice. For most small business transactions it is sufficient. Formal contracts above certain values may require additional legal documentation.

How do I number my invoices?

Start with INV-001 and increment. Alternatively use a date-based format like INV-2024-01. Consistent numbering helps with bookkeeping and finding past invoices quickly.