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Invoicing Foreign Clients: Currency, Language and Tax

Invoicing across borders adds three questions: which currency, which language, and which tax rules apply.

dWritten by teamUpdated 2026-11-012 min read

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Pick one currency and say so

Quote and invoice in a single currency, state it clearly, and say who pays bank and conversion fees. Invoicing in the client's currency is friendlier but exposes you to exchange-rate moves.

Use the client's language where it helps

dotinvoice can print common labels in 13 languages, including right-to-left Arabic. Your own text (descriptions, notes) is shown exactly as you type it.

Check tax treatment

Exports of goods or services are often zero-rated and B2B services within the EU may fall under reverse charge, where the customer accounts for the VAT. The EU requires the words 'Reverse charge' on such invoices. Whether either applies to you is a question for your adviser.

Give complete payment details

For international transfers include the account name, IBAN or account number, SWIFT/BIC and the invoice number as payment reference.

Check local rules

This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice. Requirements change, so check with your tax authority or an accountant.

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This article is general information, not tax, legal or accounting advice. Rules change and vary by location, so check with your tax authority or an accountant before relying on it.

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