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Free Australian Trade Invoice Templates

Invoice Templates by TradeFree ATO-Compliant Templates for Every Tradie

Pick your trade - get an ABN and GST-ready invoice template built for the way you work. No generic formats with missing line items. Each template covers the fields your trade actually needs.

No credit card - GST calculated automatically - Send from your phone

Why It Matters

Why a Trade-Specific Template Matters

Different trades bill differently. A generic template forces you to improvise every time - and improvising is where line items get missed.

Plumbers

  • Call-out fee (weekday vs after-hours)

  • Labour hours x hourly rate

  • Materials markup (cost + %)

  • Disposal fee for old parts

Electricians

  • Electrical licence number

  • Compliance certificate reference

  • Certificate fee (if charged separately)

  • Materials at cost + margin

Builders

  • Progress claims for staged jobs

  • Variation orders

  • Builder licence number

  • Materials and subcontractor lines

A generic Australian invoice template covers the basics - your business name, ABN, line items, due date. But when you are invoicing after a long day on the tools, you want the fields already there. Pick your trade below and start with the right template.

Available Now

Trade Templates Ready to Use

These templates are live. Click your trade to open the full guide and download link.

Plumber Invoice Template

Live

Hot water systems, leak repairs, callouts, materials markup. Covers all the line items an Australian plumber bills, including after-hours surcharges and disposal fees.

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Electrician Invoice Template

Live

Licensed electrical work, compliance certificate references, switchboard upgrades, EV chargers. Fields for your licence number built in.

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Coming Soon

More Trade Templates on the Way

These trade templates are in progress. Sign up free and we will notify you when yours is ready.

Builder

Coming soon

Progress claims, variation orders, retention lines

Carpenter

Coming soon

On-site vs workshop labour, materials and hardware split

Painter

Coming soon

m2 or hourly pricing, prep vs coats, paint materials markup

Landscaper

Coming soon

Plant hire, material supply, green-waste disposal

Tiler

Coming soon

Tile supply, adhesive, grout, waterproofing membrane

Roofer

Coming soon

Roof sheeting, flashing, gutter work, fall protection

HVAC

Coming soon

Equipment supply, gas handling, commissioning fees

Mechanic

Coming soon

Parts at cost + markup, labour hours, diagnostic fees

Want to know when your trade template lands?

ATO Requirements

What All Australian Trade Invoices Need

Trade or not, the ATO has a baseline for GST-registered businesses. Miss any of these and your tax invoice is non-compliant.

GST 10%, only if registered

Subtotal ex GST, GST amount, total inc GST - three separate lines, once your turnover passes A$75,000/yr

Your ABN

Required on every tax invoice for a GST-registered business

"Tax Invoice" - registered only

Not GST-registered? Issue a plain "Invoice" with no GST line and no "Tax Invoice" wording

BSB and account number

So the customer can pay by bank transfer - ask for the invoice number as the payment reference

Due date

14 days is standard for most trade work; 7 days is reasonable for smaller residential call-outs

Value-based thresholds

No tax invoice needed under A$82.50 unless asked (28 days to provide it); buyer identity or ABN required at A$1,000+

Trade licensing is set state by state, not nationally - what your licence needs to show, and which trades need one at all, depends on where you work. Adding your licence number is good practice on every invoice regardless; check your state's regulator for the exact rules that apply to you.

Need the full ATO breakdown including invoice value thresholds?

Why Invio

Built for Trade Invoicing

Invio is mobile-first, ABN and GST-ready, and built to keep the admin short so you can focus on the work.

Invoice from the ute or site

Fill in the job, send the invoice, and drive off - all from your phone. No paperwork, no chasing at the end of the week.

GST and line items handled automatically

Invio calculates 10% GST as you type when you are registered, and shows subtotal, GST, and total correctly on every invoice. No spreadsheet formula to break.

Auto-reminders chase overdue payments

Invio sends automatic follow-ups when invoices go overdue - free on your first 3, unlimited on Pro (A$19/month). You set the schedule once - Invio does the chasing.

ABN and BSB saved once

Your ABN and BSB details are saved and appear correctly on every invoice - no retyping payment details job after job, and card payments are supported too.

Pick your trade, send your first invoice in 5 minutes

Start with the plumber template, electrician template, or sign up to Invio free - GST calculated automatically, ABN and BSB saved, PDF ready to email from site, and automatic reminders on your first 3 invoices so you get paid without the awkward follow-up calls.

FAQ

Trade Invoice Template FAQs

Common questions from Australian tradies and contractors about invoice templates, GST, and getting paid.

Do I need a different invoice template for my trade?
A generic template works - but it will be missing the line items your trade actually uses. A plumber needs call-out fees and materials markup. A sparky needs a place for their licence number and a compliance certificate reference. Using a trade-specific template means you fill in the same fields every job instead of recreating them from scratch.
Are these templates free?
Yes. All Invio trade invoice templates are free to use. You can also sign up to Invio for free - the free plan covers up to 5 invoices a month with GST calculated automatically when you're registered, and automatic payment reminders on your first 3 invoices ever, free for life. If you're sending more than that, Invio Pro (A$19/month) handles unlimited invoices plus unlimited automatic reminders.
Can I use these templates with Xero or MYOB?
The templates work independently - they are standalone pages you fill in or download. Invio does not currently integrate directly with Xero or MYOB. If you use one of those packages and just need the ATO-compliant format, the template gives you a ready-to-go structure you can replicate in your own system.
What if my trade isn't listed yet?
More trade templates are coming - builders, carpenters, painters, landscapers, tilers, roofers, HVAC techs, and mechanics are next. In the meantime, the generic invoice template at /invoice-template-au works for any Australian sole trader or contractor. It has the right ABN and GST fields and you can add your own line items to suit your work.
Do these templates handle GST automatically?
The downloadable templates show you where GST goes - you fill in the numbers yourself, and only if you're GST-registered. If you want automatic GST calculation (10% calculated as you type, subtotal and total always correct), sign up to Invio instead. The free plan does this for you so you can't accidentally send an invoice with a maths error.
Do I always need to write "Tax Invoice" and charge GST?
Only if your business is GST-registered - required once your turnover reaches A$75,000/year. Below that, issue a plain invoice with no GST line and never use the words "Tax Invoice". And even a GST-registered supplier does not have to issue a tax invoice for a sale of A$82.50 or less unless the customer asks for one - if they do, you have 28 days to provide it. See the full breakdown at /tax-invoice-requirements-au.
Can I send invoices from my phone on site?
Yes - that's exactly what Invio is built for. Fill in the job details from your ute or on the tools, and the invoice goes straight to the customer by email before you leave. You do not need a laptop or to return to the office. The free plan works on any phone browser with no app download required.
Get Started

Pick Your Trade, Send Your First Invoice in 5 Minutes

Invio is free for sole traders and small trade businesses. Pick your template, send an ATO-compliant tax invoice from your phone, and let automatic reminders handle the chase - free on your first 3 invoices, unlimited on Pro.

Free to start - GST calculated automatically - No credit card required