Cakedesk

Invoice in EUR (Euro)

The euro (EUR) is the most widely used currency for invoicing within the European Union and one of the most common currencies for cross-border business worldwide.

If you work with clients in Europe or bill internationally from the EU, issuing invoices in EUR helps reduce friction, avoids confusion, and aligns with local accounting expectations.

Cakedesk lets you create invoices and proposals in EUR with correct formatting and structure, without manual adjustments.

#A brief history of the euro

The euro was introduced in 1999 as part of a monetary union within the European Union, with the goal of simplifying trade and financial cooperation between member states.

At first, the euro existed only as a “virtual” currency used for accounting and electronic payments. Physical euro banknotes and coins entered circulation in 2002, replacing national currencies such as the German Mark, French Franc, and Italian Lira.

Since then, the euro has become one of the world's most important currencies. Today, it is used by hundreds of millions of people and widely accepted for international contracts and cross-border invoicing, both within and outside the EU.

#Where EUR is typically used

EUR is the official currency in most EU member states, including:

  • Germany
  • France
  • Spain
  • Netherlands
  • Belgium
  • Austria
  • Finland
  • Italy
  • Portugal

It is also frequently used for:

  • Cross-border invoicing within the EU
  • International contracts where both parties prefer a neutral currency
  • Consulting, agency, and software services billed across countries

Even outside the eurozone, many clients are comfortable receiving invoices in EUR.

#Who typically accepts invoices in EUR?

Invoices in EUR are commonly accepted by:

  • Small and mid-sized businesses across the EU
  • Corporations operating in multiple European countries
  • Accounting departments that handle cross-border EU payments
  • International clients working with EU-based freelancers or agencies

For US- or UK-based businesses working with European partners, EUR invoices are often preferred to avoid currency conversion on the client side.

#When should you invoice in EUR?

Invoicing in EUR is usually the right choice when:

  • Both you and your client are based in the EU
  • You work with multiple EU countries and want a single currency
  • Your pricing is defined in EUR
  • Your client's accounting is euro-based

You may also choose EUR when working internationally, as it is widely understood and stable.