VAT reverse charge invoices

Just doing my first invoice - this doesnt look in accordance with HMRC requirements to me.

  1. No VAT amount or rate shown

  2. Wording insufficient.

It could be easily mistaken for an invoice from a not VAT registered company.

If you are a supplier under the UK Domestic Reverse Charge, your invoice must meet the following criteria:

  • Do Not Add VAT to the Total: The amount the customer pays you should be the net amount only.

  • State the Amount or Rate of VAT: You must clearly show how much VAT is due under the reverse charge, or at minimum, the VAT rate (e.g., 20% or 5%).

  • Include a Mandatory Reference: You must state that the reverse charge applies. Common HMRC-approved wording includes:

    • “Reverse charge: VAT Act 1994 Section 55A applies”

    • “Reverse charge: Customer to pay the VAT to HMRC”.