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Write invoices in Dutch

Dutch invoices are standard in the Netherlands and Belgium. Using Dutch terms keeps bookkeeping clear for local teams.

#Who typically accepts Dutch invoices?

  • Companies in the Netherlands and Flanders
  • Agencies working with Dutch corporate clients
  • Public sector organizations that require Dutch documentation

#Common invoice terminology in Dutch

  • Invoice → Factuur
  • Invoice number → Factuurnummer
  • Invoice date → Factuurdatum
  • Due date → Vervaldatum
  • Net amount → Subtotaal (excl. btw)
  • VAT → btw
  • Gross amount → Totaal incl. btw
  • Total due → Te betalen

#Formatting conventions in Dutch invoices

  • Date format: DD-MM-YYYY
  • Decimal separator: comma
  • Thousands separator: dot
  • Currency: € before or after amount (e.g., €1.200,00)
  • Paper size: A4

#Structure of a typical Dutch invoice

  • "Factuur" heading with a unique number
  • Invoice and due dates
  • Line items with unit prices and VAT rates
  • Totals shown excl. and incl. btw

#Example invoice wording in Dutch

  • Factuurnummer: 2025-014
  • Factuurdatum: 12-03-2025
  • Vervaldatum: 26-03-2025
  • Te betalen: €1.200,00 incl. btw

#Writing Dutch invoices with Cakedesk

Cakedesk helps you:

  • Use Dutch invoice templates
  • Apply comma decimals and VAT lines automatically
  • Send PDFs that feel familiar to Dutch-speaking accounting teams

Create invoices in Dutch without manual translation or formatting.